Las Vegas: Outdoor Shooting with 4 Firearms & AK-47 Course

Nevada Desert Shooting: Four Firearms, Steel Targets & No Crowds

You leave the Strip in an air-conditioned van, spend three to four hours shooting four different firearms at a private desert range with a certified instructor, and fire 61 rounds including a dynamic AK-47 walk-and-shoot course with steel and reactive targets. Transport, ammunition, safety gear, and coaching are all included. Groups stay under eight people, so you get personalized attention and plenty of shooting time without the indoor-range crowd.

Step-by-step itinerary

Outdoor shooting adventure near Las Vegas

• Depart from Las Vegas Strip
• Arrive at private outdoor range
• Attend safety briefing
• Shoot 9mm semi-automatic handgun
• Shoot AR-15 rifle
• Shoot AK-47 rifle
• Complete AK-47 walk-and-shoot course
• Shoot pump-action shotgun
• Return to Las Vegas Strip

The experience

"You're gonna feel the difference the moment we leave the Strip," the instructor said as we climbed into the air-conditioned van. Forty minutes later, the pavement gave way to desert, and the casinos disappeared behind us. Gun Blast Vegas operates a private outdoor range near Goodsprings, and the whole setup is built around one idea: no paper targets in a crowded indoor lane, no waiting for your turn. Instead, you get a small group, never more than eight shooters, a certified instructor who stays with you the entire time, and room to actually move.

The safety briefing happens first, and it's thorough without being tedious. Then you're handed the first firearm: a 9mm semi-automatic handgun. Your instructor watches your stance, adjusts your grip, walks you through the trigger squeeze. After that comes the AR-15, then the pump-action shotgun. Each one feels different in your hands, and each one gets its own coaching. You fire 61 rounds total across all four weapons, which sounds like a lot until you're standing there and realize how quickly it goes. The real centerpiece, though, is the signature AK-47 walk-and-shoot course. You're moving through the range, engaging steel targets and reactive rubber targets that actually respond when you hit them. Most traditional indoor ranges can't offer that kind of dynamic experience, and it's the part that stays with you after the van ride back.

The desert itself is part of it. Uneven, unpaved terrain, seasonal heat or cold depending on when you go, wind that kicks up dust. It's not a climate-controlled box. That's the trade-off for getting out of the city, and it's exactly why the experience feels real instead of manufactured. Eye and ear protection, all safety equipment, ammunition, targets, instruction. Everything is included. Beginners are genuinely welcome here. The instructor adapts to your level, and international visitors don't need U.S. citizenship. Just bring a valid photo ID or passport, wear closed-toe shoes, and show up sober. Kids as young as thirteen can participate if a parent or guardian is on site to give consent.

What’s included

Round-trip transportation from the Las Vegas Strip in an air-conditioned van, complete safety briefing, four firearms (9mm handgun, AR-15, AK-47, pump-action shotgun), 61 rounds of ammunition per shooter, eye and ear protection and all safety equipment, steel and reactive rubber targets, certified firearms instructor with personalized coaching throughout, signature AK-47 walk-and-shoot course, and bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Thursday, Friday and SaturdayDepartures at 07:00 and 13:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Gun Blast Vegas

Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to shoot real firearms in an open desert setting instead of a crowded indoor range, with a small group and a certified instructor adapting to your level. Expect outdoor, uneven terrain and seasonal desert conditions. That's what makes the dynamic walk-and-shoot course and reactive targets possible.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is the range from the Las Vegas Strip?

About 40 minutes by van. Round-trip transportation from a designated Strip meeting point is included.

Do I need shooting experience?

No. Beginners are welcome. A certified instructor provides hands-on coaching adapted to your level throughout the activity.

What firearms do I shoot?

A 9mm semi-automatic handgun, AR-15, AK-47, and pump-action shotgun. You fire 61 rounds total and take on the signature AK-47 walk-and-shoot course with steel and reactive targets.

How many people are in a group?

Maximum of 8 shooters per group, which keeps the experience personal and relaxed.

Can international visitors participate?

Yes. No U.S. citizenship is required. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID or passport.

What's included in the price?

Round-trip transport, bottled water, safety briefing, all four firearms, 61 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection, safety equipment, steel and reactive targets, certified instruction, and the AK-47 walk-and-shoot course.

What should I wear?

Closed-toe shoes are required (no sandals, flip-flops, or high heels). Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor desert conditions. It can be hot, cold, windy, or dusty depending on the season.

Can non-shooters come along?

Yes. Non-shooter seats may be available for an additional $25 per person, subject to space and advance approval. A maximum of 2 non-shooting guests can be accommodated, and seats must be requested and confirmed in advance.

What's not allowed?

Alcohol, marijuana, and other impairing substances within 8 hours before the experience. Anyone who appears intoxicated will be refused participation with no refund. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.