Strongpoint Shooting Complex

Strongpoint Shooting Complex opened in September 2015 and built a reputation fast by focusing on three things: safety, variety, and actual shooters. The 50-acre complex in Waverly Hall, Georgia sits 3 miles past Cooper Foods on Highway 208, just a short drive north of Columbus and Fort Benning.

The main draw is the 400-yard rifle range. You get 20 shooting benches, steel targets positioned at 100, 200, 300, and 400 yards, and a dedicated zero area with targets at 25, 50, and 100 yards. Everything's under cover so weather doesn't shut you down. Range Officers call commands, and you've got sandbags and tactical platforms available.

The pistol side has 10 bays running 50 yards deep with high berms on three sides. Each bay has target stands, moveable tables, and canopies. You can shoot paper targets or rent steel. Recently added awnings to every pistol bay for summer shooting comfort.

They've got specialty steel bays full of competition steel if that's your thing. This is where people prep for USPSA and Steel Challenge matches.

Instruction & Courses: - Basic Pistol (Introductory) — 3-4 hours classroom, 1-2 hours range with .22 semi-auto provided - Basic Pistol (Advanced) — Refresher or prep for competitive shooting, using 9mm - Basic Rifle — 3-4 hours classroom, 1-2 hours range with .22 rifle provided - USPSA Basic & Advanced courses - 3-Gun prep courses

Eye and ear protection provided. Bring a pen and notebook—classes include range time, so wear shootable clothes.

Competition & Matches:

USPSA matches run the first Saturday of each month (when not doing range improvements). Steel Challenge competitions also happen regularly. The facility hosted the 2017 USPSA Steel Challenge Championship with all 8 stages. New competitors always welcome—experienced shooters help newcomers get oriented. You can watch before you compete.

Range Services: - Gun rentals available - Targets, ammunition, eye/ear protection for purchase - T-shirts and decals - Snacks available in clubhouse - Restroom facilities and picnic tables

They handle group events. The 50-acre property works for larger gatherings.

Address: 959 John Weaver Road, Waverly Hall, GA 31831

From Columbus: Take Manchester Expressway North to Waverly Hall. Turn right on Highway 208 (past Cooper Foods). Strongpoint is 3 miles down on the left on John Weaver Road. Follow the gravel road to the range.

• •Phone: 706-573-5726
• •Email: [email protected]

If you're making a day of it, several restaurants are within 6-10 miles:

• •Waverly Place (6 miles) — Fine Southern Cuisine, 706-582-3886
• •The Farm House (7.7 miles) — Southern experience, Fri-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, 706-561-3435
• •La Pareja (6.5 miles) — Mexican cuisine, 706-582-3666
• •Pop's Place (9.1 miles) — Breakfast and lunch, 706-561-6646
• •Tommy's BBQ (9.3 miles) — Assorted BBQ, boneless catfish Friday-Saturday, 706-569-1265

Featured in Playgrounds Magazine July 2016 edition as a go-to range for Columbus-area gun owners.