Thompson Hunting Preserve

Thompson Hunting Preserve is a dedicated shooting facility located in Barnesville, Minnesota, serving as a premier destination for hunters, sport shooters, and firearms enthusiasts. The preserve combines professional range management with Minnesota's natural hunting heritage.

The facility accommodates multiple shooting disciplines including:

• •Rifle shooting - From precision target work to hunting-distance practice
• •Pistol and handgun - Both outdoor and controlled distances
• •Shotgun sports - Including clay target shooting
• •Hunting preparation - Sight-in services and practice for hunters
• •Sport shooting competitions - Various shooting events throughout the year

Thompson Hunting Preserve is designed with both recreational and serious shooters in mind. The range provides appropriate backstops, firing lines, and target systems to ensure safe, effective shooting practice. The rural Barnesville location offers the space and isolation necessary for proper range operations.

As a private preserve, Thompson Hunting Preserve may require membership or prior arrangement for access. Interested shooters should contact the facility directly to confirm hours of operation, membership requirements, and any current range fees or programs.

The preserve plays an important role in Minnesota's hunting and shooting sports community, providing locals and visitors with a safe, controlled environment for firearm practice and hunting season preparation.