The Kansas regular firearm deer season runs December 2 through December 13, 2026, according to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) season page. Most hunters want to confirm their rifle's zero a week or two before opening day, and the problem is finding a range with a rifle lane long enough that is actually open in late November.
This page lists the Kansas ranges in our directory with rifle lanes, grouped by area, with the hours and fees we found on each range's own site or KDWP page. Many outdoor ranges cut hours or close in cold weather, so call before you load the truck.
Quick picks by area
| Area | Range | Rifle distance | Indoor or outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | Bullseye Indoor Shooting Range | 100 yd | Indoor |
| Wichita area | Lake Afton Public Shooting Range | Rifle range (call for distances) | Outdoor |
| Wichita area | El Dorado State Park Shooting Range | Rifle lanes (call first in Nov) | Outdoor |
| Wellington | Trigger Guard Public Shooting Range | 140 yd | Outdoor |
| Kansas City area | Hillsdale Shooting Range | 100 and 200 yd | Outdoor |
| Manhattan area | Fancy Creek Range | 100 yd | Outdoor |
| Topeka | The Gun Garage & Shooting Range | 47 yd | Indoor |
Wichita and south-central Kansas
Bullseye Indoor Shooting Range, Wichita. Bullseye has an indoor 100-yard high-power rifle range with five lanes, which makes it the easiest year-round option in the state if the weather turns. The non-member rifle range fee is $19 plus tax per person per hour. Posted hours are Monday to Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday noon-6pm, but league nights can close the range, so check their calendar. With only five rifle lanes, you may have to wait for a lane on busy weekends.
Lake Afton Public Shooting Range, Goddard. This Sedgwick County range is open to the public only on the second Saturday and Sunday and the fourth Saturday of each month, 9am-4pm, according to its KDWP listing. Before the opener, that means Saturdays, November 14 and 28, plus one November Sunday (KDWP doesn't say whether that is the 8th or the 15th), if the schedule holds. Some Google reviewers say they found it closed on listed days, so call first. Fees are $15 for adults, $5 for ages 13-17 and free for 12 and under. Target stands, foam earplugs and safety glasses are provided. The phone is only answered when the range is open.
El Dorado State Park Shooting Range, El Dorado. Call first. Run by a Friends group on state land inside El Dorado State Park. The range's own site lists Wednesday-Thursday 10am-2pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 1-6pm, but only as summer hours (April through October). It doesn't post November hours, so call (316) 251-2962 before driving out. The site lists $15 a day per adult (children 8-12 free with a paying adult), and a state park vehicle permit is required.
Trigger Guard Public Shooting Range, Wellington. An outdoor range open to the public with six bays and a 140-yard rifle lane. Non-members pay $10 per hour per person. The range's site says it is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday but does not post full hours, and it closes when it is under 30F. Call first.
Don't count on the state-owned Cheney Lake Shooting Range this fall. The KDWP Cheney range page said it would close once renovations began in summer 2026, and no reopening date has been posted. Call 620-459-6922 to check.
Kansas City area
Hillsdale Shooting Range, Paola. Inside Hillsdale State Park, with 17 rifle lanes out to 100 yards and six lanes at 200 yards. Winter hours start the first weekend of November: Friday to Sunday 11am-5pm, last entry 4pm, closed Monday to Thursday. The range closes if it is under 45F at noon or there is snow or ice, which matters a lot in late November. The 2026 gate fee is $20 a day for rifle and pistol (15 and under free with a paying adult), plus a $5 state park vehicle day pass. There are no gun rentals and no ammo sales, so bring everything you need. Details are on the range's site.
Indoor ranges in the Kansas City area, such as Centerfire Shooting Sports (25-yard lanes) and The Bullet Hole (rifle bay rated to .308), can be useful for function checks. Most indoor lanes are shorter than 100 yards, so ask about distance and caliber limits before you go.
Manhattan, Topeka and the rest of the state
Fancy Creek Range, Randolph. A concrete-baffled outdoor range in Tuttle Creek State Park, run by Friends of Fancy Creek Range. It has a 14-position 100-yard rifle range. The KDWP Tuttle Creek State Park page says it is open the first and third full weekends (Saturday and Sunday) of each month, 10am-4pm, with a $15 daily fee, plus a state park vehicle pass ($5 a day). In November 2026 that works out to November 7-8 and 21-22, if the schedule holds.
The Gun Garage & Shooting Range, Topeka. Indoor, with two 47-yard rifle lanes rated up to .308/7.62. That is short for a final 100-yard zero but can help with a rough check. Fees are not posted online.
Hollister Wildlife Area Range, Fort Scott. State-owned, with a high-power rifle range. The KDWP page lists March-November weekend hours, but the dates shown are from 2022, so call before you go.
Godfreys Indoor Ranges, Junction City, allows rifles at $15 per person per hour. Ask about lane length before you go.
For western Kansas, KDWP lists high-power rifle ranges in places like Liberal and St. Francis. See our Kansas range list and call ahead, since hours are rarely posted.
Before you go
- Call the range the day before. Cold, wind, leagues and matches all close lanes on short notice.
- Bring the ammo you plan to hunt with, your own targets, eye and ear protection, and something to rest the rifle on, unless the range says it provides them.
- Ask about caliber limits. Several indoor ranges cap what their rifle lanes can take.
- Go earlier in November if you can, so a closed range or a full lane doesn't leave you without a second chance before opening day.
Hunting rules, permits and season dates for your unit are set by KDWP. Check the KDWP deer page for the current regulations rather than relying on this page.
FAQ
When is the 2026 Kansas firearm deer season?
The statewide regular firearm season is December 2-13, 2026, per KDWP. Fort Riley, Fort Leavenworth and the extended antlerless seasons have different dates, so check KDWP for your unit.
Is there an indoor 100-yard rifle range in Kansas?
Yes. Bullseye in Wichita has a five-lane indoor 100-yard high-power rifle range.
Is there a free place to sight in a rifle near Wichita?
Not that we can confirm right now. KDWP said the state range at Cheney Lake would close for renovation starting in summer 2026, and it hasn't posted a reopening date. Lake Afton and El Dorado both charge $15 a day for adults, and Trigger Guard charges non-members $10 an hour.
Do outdoor ranges stay open in winter?
Some do, with shorter hours. Hillsdale closes under 45F at noon and Trigger Guard closes under 30F. Always call ahead in November and December.
Hours, fees and rules change. Confirm with the range before you go. This page is general information, not legal or hunting advice.