Malad Shooting Area

Malad Shooting Area is a public BLM shooting range located in Gooding County near Malad City, Idaho, offering shooters access to primitive outdoor facilities on public land. This facility provides an affordable option for rifle, pistol, shotgun, and black powder enthusiasts looking to practice in a natural setting.

The range accommodates a variety of shooting disciplines:

• •Rifle shooting on natural berms
• •Pistol practice with designated areas
• •Shotgun shooting
• •Black powder firearms

As a primitive BLM area, Malad Shooting Area features:

• •Parking area for vehicle access
• •Natural berms for safe bullet containment
• •Open range setup allowing flexible shooting positions
• •Primitive conditions typical of public land ranges

Shooters should be prepared for a rustic experience without developed amenities such as restrooms, covered firing lines, or target stands.

The range is situated on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public land in Gooding County, providing public access for shooting activities. The primitive nature of the facility makes it suitable for shooters comfortable with outdoor, undeveloped range conditions.

All users must comply with:

• •BLM regulations governing public land use
• •Idaho firearm laws and safety requirements
• •No shooting within 150 yards of roadways for public safety
• •Pack out all brass and targets to maintain the area
• •Respect private property boundaries adjacent to public land

Malad Shooting Area is well-suited for shooters who:

• •Prefer outdoor, natural range environments
• •Want to practice multiple firearm disciplines
• •Are looking for low-cost shooting access on public land
• •Are experienced with primitive range conditions