Black Creek Gun Club
Black Creek Gun Club has operated since 1980 as a member-owned shooting facility serving casual and competitive shooters across South Carolina. Located at 4480 Patrick-Society Hill Road in Patrick (near Hartsville), the club is NRA-affiliated and CMP-sanctioned (#037005). Rifle Range 16 covered posi...
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Black Creek Gun Club has operated since 1980 as a member-owned shooting facility serving casual and competitive shooters across South Carolina. Located at 4480 Patrick-Society Hill Road in Patrick (near Hartsville), the club is NRA-affiliated and CMP-sanctioned (#037005).
Rifle Range - 16 covered positions with both wooden and cement benches - Berms at 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, and 300 yards/meters - Designed for precision rifle work and zero verification
Handgun Range - Separate covered range with standing benches - Target frames at 25, 50, and 75 feet - Steel and paper target capability
Archery Course - 7 targets laid through wooded area - Up to 3 marked distances per target - Separate from firearms ranges
The club hosts organized matches on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturdays:
| Match Type | When | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Military Garand/Springfield | 1st Saturday | CMP-modeled format. 30-round match at 200 meters, prone and standing positions. Also runs M1 Carbine class at 100 meters. |
| IHMSA Handgun Silhouette | 2nd Saturday | Precision handgun at 25-200 yards. Steel targets shaped like chickens, pigs, turkeys, rams. Open to non-members. |
| Rifle Silhouette & Bench Rest | 3rd Saturday | .22 rifle at steel silhouettes (25 yards to 200 meters). Separate 50-yard Bench Rest Match with paper targets. |
| Action Pistol (USPSA-style) | 4th Saturday | Five-stage outlaw USPSA match. Movement-based, all skill levels welcome. 150 rounds minimum, solid retention holster required. |
Registration typically starts 8:30 AM with safety briefings before 9 AM starts.
Matches run year-round with a published 2026 calendar. Club remains open during matches—members and guests can use side ranges or compete.
- •Cost to Join: $150 ($25 application fee included)
- •Renewal: $125/year
- •Active-duty police: 25% discount ($31.25 renewal)
- •Late fee: $15 if postmarked after Sept 30
Who's Included - Member and spouse (must share same address) - Children under 22 (full-time students) - Family membership for one application
What You Get - 24/7 gate access (combination given after safety class) - All range use during open hours - Access to competitive matches - Club house, camping area, picnic shelter - Membership card valid Oct 1 - Sept 30
To Join 1. Complete membership application, waivers, and safety forms 2. Provide photo ID copies (Driver's License or Concealed Carry) 3. Mail check to P.O. Box 2556, Hartsville, SC 29551 4. Receive membership card and safety class scheduling info 5. Complete safety class (member and all family members) 6. Receive gate combination and 24/7 access
"The TOP PRIORITY is to assure that no bullets leave the property."
Core Requirements - Eye and ear protection mandatory at firing line - All firearms kept pointed downrange - Maximum 10 rounds loaded at a time (except during matches) - No fully automatic weapons or bump-fire stocks - Every bullet must impact a berm—targets on rails or frames only - No glass targets - No alcohol on property - Convicted felons prohibited
300-Yard Berm Protocol - Rifles must be zeroed at 200 yards first - First three bays on right side only - Shooting from bench in prone position recommended - If unsure where bullets impact, move to closer berm immediately
Guest Policy - Members may bring up to 2 guests at a time - Guests allowed only 2 visits total (not per year) - Prior members cannot be guests - Member must stay with guests at all times - Guest waiver required on arrival - Members responsible for guest safety and conduct
- •Rustic club house with wood-burning fireplace (heated in cold months)
- •Air-conditioning in club house during matches
- •Fans running on long range
- •Camping area and picnic shelter
- •First-aid kit in club house
- •Toilet facilities
- •No electricity (generator runs during matches)
- •No running water (donated bottled water available in club house)
- •Targets not supplied—bring your own
Use GPS coordinates (not standard GPS address) when navigating to 4480 Patrick-Society Hill Road. GPS often gets close but not exact. The club provides a Google Map link on their website.
Black Creek hosts 4 match types monthly plus special state-level IHMSA events:
- •IHMSA STATE Matches: August (Field Pistol & Pistol Hunter), September (Bolt Gun & Hunter Silhouette), October (Standing Barricade & Field Silhouette)
- •General Member Meeting: May 9 at 12:00 PM
- •Schedule subject to change—members notified via email
Member Renewal Deadline: September 30
Physical Address: 4480 Patrick-Society Hill Road Patrick, SC
Mailing Address: Black Creek Gun Club P.O. Box 2556 Hartsville, SC 29551
Contact: Phone/Text: 843-601-2149 Email: [email protected]
- •Hours: 24/7 to members (occasional closures for scheduled events, maintenance, or workdays)
Downloadable PDFs on the website: - Membership & Renewal Application (Rev 8) - Waiver Form (updated 6-12-2023) - Safety Form (updated 1-23-24) - Constitution & By-Laws
Fire Restrictions Active
Check current conditions before visiting. Smoking and open flames may be prohibited.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Members only (guests allowed up to 2 visits with member supervision)
- •Membership required for club rental
- •No fully automatic weapons fire (including bump-fire stocks)
- •No more than 10 rounds loaded at a time (except during approved matches)
- •No alcoholic beverages on property
- •No glass targets
- •Convicted felons not permitted on property
- •All firearms must be in safe condition when not being fired
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