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Gunsite’s operation covers 2000 acres, with modern facilities, large classrooms, a fully stocked Pro Shop and a full-service gunsmith operation. We have a modern new campground with pavilion, laundry facilities, hot showers and hookups for travel trailers and recreational vehicles.
We have a variety of different ranges purpose-built for our class offerings, including outdoor and indoor simulators, a 400 yd. KD rifle range, an unknown distance range, and various steel ranges for specific purposes. Most of the target arrays move, turn, run, pop-up or appear and disappear
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Gunsite was founded in 1977 by Lt.Col. Jeff Cooper, author, columnist, professor and WW II and Korean War combat veteran. Col. Cooper intended Gunsite to be the vehicle for spreading the Modern Technique of the Pistol, which he collated during his years in Big Bear Lake, CA.
Jeff Cooper built the facility, just west of Paulden, Arizona, about twenty miles north of Prescott, in the high Sonoran desert. Located in rolling hills at 5000 feet, our western sun and wide-open landscapes delight the eye and contribute to our relaxed western atmosphere. At 85 years of age, Jeff is retired from active teaching and spends his time writing, traveling and visiting with friends. Jeff and Janelle live on the ranch.
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We are in need of a current report of accessibility information for this location, if you'd like to help out call us at 866-999-2913 |
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We are conveniently located thirty miles south of Interstate 40 and within two hours of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. General aviation and military aircraft will find Prescott’s Love Field even more convenient. Numerous hotels and restaurants abound in Prescott, the original capitol of the Arizona Territory. There’s a great deal of history, and much to see, including the Grand Canyon, nearby Sedona and Flagstaff. |
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The turnoff to Gunsite is located north of Chino Valley, but south of Paulden, between mile markers 335-336 on the west side of Highway 89. The highway sign reads “Rolling Hills Road”. Follow the Gunsite signs approximately 3 miles on the winding road to the Gunsite grounds. The speed limit is 25 mph. Once you reach the Ranch gate, the speed limit is 15 mph. Proceed on approximately ½ mile to the main compound, which includes the Campground, Administrative Office, Pro Shop, Classroom and Gunsmithy. Be advised that the speed limit through the surrounding community is strictly enforced.
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Bubba
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Sun Apr 9 2006 |
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