Gun For Hire is New Jersey's largest publicly accessible indoor shooting range, located in Woodland Park with 5,000+ five-star reviews from shooters across NJ, NY, and beyond.
- •What sets them apart: They rent over 300 firearms, accommodate first-timers with zero shooting experience, and don't require an FID card or permit to shoot. Walk-ins welcomed every day.
Their rental collection includes:
- •Pistols (100+ models)
- •GLOCK (17, 19, 26, 43, 48, and more)
- •SIG Sauer (P226, P320, P365 lineup)
- •Smith & Wesson (M&P 9, Shield, Bodyguard)
- •Heckler & Koch (VP9, USP, HK45)
- •Beretta, Walther, Springfield Armory, CZ, Kimber, Staccato
- •Calibers: 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, .380 ACP, .22 LR, 10mm
- •Rifles (40+ options)
- •AR-15 variants (Aero Precision, Daniel Defense, Ruger, SIG Sauer)
- •Modern sporting rifles in 5.56 NATO, .308 Win, 7.62×39
- •M1A, Mini-30, AK-pattern rifles
- •The Barrett .50 BMG (available on 50-yard lane only)
- •Shotguns (12 gauge tactical & sporting)
- •Benelli M4, M2
- •Beretta 1301 Tactical
- •Remington 870
- •Mossberg 590A1, 500
- •Revolvers (Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Colt, Taurus)
- •.357 Magnum, .38 Special, .500 S&W Magnum
- •Top Tier Rentals (premium, limited availability):
- •CZ Shadow 2 Compact (9mm)
- •IWI Tavor X95 (.223/5.56)
- •SIG P365X AXG Legion
- •Staccato HD P4 (9mm)
- •H&K SP5 (9mm)
Rental cost: $25 per firearm. Most first-timers spend $75–$125 total including lane time, ammo, eye/ear protection, and instruction.
| Feature | Weekday | Weekend |
|---|
| 25-Yard Lane (1 hr) | $25 first, $20 ea. add'l | $30 first, $25 ea. add'l |
| 50-Yard Lane (1 hr) | $30 first, $20 ea. add'l | $35 first, $25 ea. add'l |
| Max people per lane | 4 | 4 |
- •Maximum group size: Up to 4 shooters per lane
- •Lane availability: 25-yard and 50-yard options. Rentals allowed on both (except 50-yard lane restricts rentals to Barrett .50 BMG only).
- •Age: Ages 8+ (with adult supervision for minors)
- •ID: Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, state ID)
- •Experience: None required. First-timers receive a 15-minute professional introduction covering range etiquette and firearm operation.
- •Group requirement: If you're renting firearms, at least 2 people must be in the shooting port. Solo shooters must bring their own firearm.
- •Holster draw: Only for:
- •Active law enforcement
- •Individuals who completed Gun For Hire's 4-Hour Holster Draw Course
- •NJ CCW permit holders (holstered only, no draw-and-fire)
- •Retired law enforcement & armed security (holstered carry only)
Gun For Hire offers structured classes:
- •Beginner Pistol - First-timers through fundamentals
- •Beginner Rifle - AR-15 and modern sporting rifle basics
- •Beginner Shotgun - Shotgun safety and technique
- •Holster Draw Course (4 hours) - Required to draw from holster on range
- •Urban Pistol 1 - Advanced handgun skills
- •Urban Carbine 1 - Rifle technique beyond basics
- •NJ & NY CCW Permit Classes - State-compliant concealed carry training
"We guarantee you'll hit the target" — first-timer guarantee
Regular competitive shooting for members:
- •GSSF Glock League - Official Glock Shooting Sports Foundation
- •GFH Pistol Shootout
- •Dueling Rack Pistol Match
- •Plate Rack Pistol League
- •.22 League - Rimfire competition
- •Member's Only Rapid Fire
- •GFH Range Days - Open events
They host celebrations and group events:
- •Bachelor/bachelorette parties
- •Gender reveal parties
- •Wedding proposals (shooting-themed)
- •Birthday parties
- •Team building events
- •Graduation parties
- •Corporate events
On-site gun store stocks:
- •Firearms and ammunition
- •Optics and accessories
- •Gunsmithing services
- •Apparel and branded merchandise
- •Gift cards (digital or plastic)
- •Challenge coins
Also handles FFL transfers for firearms purchased elsewhere.
Three tiers with increasing benefits:
- •Annual Members - Discounted range access, member-only events
- •Platinum Members - Exclusive events and priority range booking
- •Titanium Members - Limited availability (waitlist available)
- •Address: 1267 McBride Avenue, Woodland Park, NJ 07424
- •Distance from NYC: 15 minutes
- •Open: Daily, walk-ins welcome (no appointment needed)
- •Tourists: International visitors welcome with passport or government ID
Gun For Hire operates beyond the range:
- •The Gun For Hire Radio Broadcast - Firearms, law, and 2A discussion
- •2A Community Page - Support and advocacy resources
- •StandStrong.biz - 2A community platform
- •LockItUp.Life - Firearm storage education
- •Philanthropy and community outreach
- •Featured in Anthony Colandro's book Crime Proof
1. Sheer inventory — 400+ rental firearms means you can try everything before buying
2. No permit barrier — General public can shoot without FID card or prior experience
3. Professional instruction baked in — 15-minute intro for first-timers, certified instructors always on duty
4. Tourist-friendly — Passport accepted, guides walk you through everything
5. Location advantage — Closer to NYC than any comparable world-class range
6. Competitive pricing — $75–$125 all-in for a first visit is reasonable for NJ/NY area
7. Specialized options — Barrett .50 BMG, top-tier rental pistols, AR variants in multiple calibers
8. Community focus — Leagues, events, membership tiers, radio show
