All about Sidney Paul Gordon Shooting Range

Sidney Paul Gordon Shooting Range is a public outdoor shooting facility near La Luz, New Mexico, operated by Otero County. It offers multiple supervised shooting areas where visitors must wear eye and ear protection.

The range includes long‑distance rifle bays (400 and 200 yards), a 50‑yard pistol and rimfire bay, several general‑purpose shooting bays suitable for pistol, rifle, and shotgun, and a 60‑yard archery field.

Facilities provide shade structures, steel targets, rifle/pistol rests, sandbags, spotting scopes, target stands, and basic amenities like snacks and drinks. Annual passes and daily fees are available.

The range is home to several clubs and events, including practical shooting matches, women’s shooting league activities, Project Appleseed marksmanship clinics, and other competitions. Law enforcement agencies also use it for training.

Hours vary by season and it is typically open most days with a last sign‑in about an hour before closing. The range continues to expand and improve with community support, grants, and added shooting bays. The staff is noted for emphasizing safety and being welcoming to shooters of all skill levels.