Rapid City's
Indoor Shooting
Range

Welcome to Smoking Gun!

We are conveniently located right off of I-90. We have 12 lanes that allow handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Bring your own firearm or choose from our large selection of rental guns. Open daily. So come see us, on the range.

605-791-3656

Memberships

Smoking Gun offers memberships to save you money! Giving you unlimited range use for one flat monthly rate.

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Lane Rental

By the hour

$28 for one shooter.
$40 for two shooters.
$60 for three shooters.
Gun Rentals 1 for $10 or up to three for $20

Veteran Rates

By the hour

$25 for one shooter.
$35 for two shooters.
$50 for three shooters.
Gun Rentals 1 for $10 or up to three for $20

Upcoming Events & Classes

INTRODUCTION TO HANDGUNS

If you are new to handguns, this is the class for you! $150.00

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PRIVATE FIREARMS LESSON

Private lessons are ideal for students who want to obtain training quickly .. $150.00

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SD ENHANCED CONCEALED CARRY

Course Description: This is the required classroom and range instruct.. $150.00

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“HR218” HANDGUN QUALIFICATION

A partnership between the Smoking Gun Range and Training Center and the Box.. $35.00

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Rental Firearms

SCCY CPX-2 9MM
Sig Sauer P226 Elite 9mm

Single-Action. Accessory Rail. 15 round magazine. 4.4" Barrell
Sig Sauer P365
Glock 42

380 ACP. 3.35" Barrell. 6 round magazine.
KIMBER MICRO 9
S&W Model 686

S&W Model 686 Stock Service Revolver Pro Series .357 Magnum/.38 Smith & Wesson Special +P 4 Inch Barrel Satin Stainless Finish 6 Round
RUGER AMERICAN 9MM
Smoking Gun PCC 9mm
Glock 17 with AAC Ti-Rant Suppressor
Kimber Micro Carry

Chambered in a .380. Single-action trigger. Thumb Safety. Comes with 7 and 8 round magazine. Stainless steel sights. Aluminum frame.
Walther ModelPPQ

WALTHER - Model PPQ M2 9mm 4 Inch Barrel Black Finish Picatinny Rail 15 Round
Springfield XDM 9mm 3.8inch

SPRINGFIELD - XDM 9mm 3.8 Inch Black Finish Fixed Sight With XDM Gear System Two 19 Round Magazine
Remington 870 Tactical with Salvo 12 Suppressor
SIG SAUER P938
Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380

S&W Bodyguard 380 With Integrated Insight Laser .380 ACP 2.75 Inch Barrel Black Melonite Finish Black Polymer Grip 6 Round
S&W M&P 15-22 Threaded Barrel .22

S&W M&P 15-22 Threaded Barrel .22 Long Rifle 16.5 Inch Barrel With A1-Style Compensator 6-Position Collapsible Stock Matte Black Finish Adjustable Sights 25 Round
S&W M&P .22 Long Rifle

- S&W M&P22 .22 Long Rifle 4.1 Inch Threaded Barrel Blue Finish Adjustable Sights 12 Round
Ruger 22/45 Lite

RUGER - 22/45 Lite With Replaceable Grip Panels .22 Long Rifle 4.4 Inch Threaded Barrel Black Anodized Finish 10 Round
REMINGTON R51 9MM
S&W 380 Shield EZ
Glock 21.45 Auto

Glock 21 .45 Auto 4.6 Inch Barrel Black Finish Fixed Sights 13 Round
Springfield XD Mod.2 9mm
Kimber Custom II

1911 .45 ACP. 7 round magazine. 5" Barrell.
Springfield XDm .40 S&W 4.5"

4.5" barrel. 16 round magazine.
Smith & Wesson Bodyguard

S&W Bodyguard .38 S&W Special +P 1.9 Inch Barrel Integrated Laser Matte Black Massachusetts Compliant 5 Round

FAQs

What is the minimum age for the range?

The youngest age is 8 years old with parent or legal guardian. Otherwise you must be 18 to shoot at the range.
Can machine guns be rented separately?

Yes! You can rent them by the magazine or by the length of the belt.
Can we split a package?

Yes! We can split the packages with as many people as you like. It won’t work online, but we can get it taken care of when you come to the pro-shop.
What is Ladies Day?

Ladies Day is every Thursday! Women shoot for ½ price. That’s only $14 for the lane. Or you can share the lane with your favorite guy for $30.
Do I have to be a member to shoot at the range?

No. You can come in and rent the lanes by the hour!
Can I bring my own firearm, or do I have to rent from you?

You can bring your own firearms or you can rent from our wall of 65 different firearms.
Can I shoot my own ammunition?

Yes. The only ammunition we don’t allow is green tipped (steel core), tracers, incendiary rounds, and shotguns can use slugs only. If you rent one of our guns, you will have to purchase our ammunition. This helps us control the type of ammunition going through our firearms.
Can I shoot rifle, handgun and shotgun?

Yes. Rifles are limited to a 300 Win Mag. Shotguns are slug only. Any caliber handgun.
What if I have never shot a gun before?

Several options:

1) You can schedule a private lesson with one of our instructors.
2) You can sign up for our Intro to Handgun Course
3) You can drop in for a mini lesson. (20 minutes with one of our NRA Instructors, add $30 to the lane fee.) *availability may vary
How long is your range?

30 yards
What do I have to do to shoot at the range?

You walk in, sign a waiver, get a safety brief from one of our RSO’s and you’ll be shooting in no time.
How much does it cost to shoot at the range?

1 Shooter - $28
2 Shooters -$ 40
3 Shooters - $60
(lanes include 1 target per shooter)

Ask about our discounts for Veterans, Active Duty Military, LEO, and First Responders.
What should I bring?

We have all of the necessary items for shooting available at the pro-shop to purchase or rent. Firearms, ammunition, targets, eye and ear protection. A target for each person is included in the lane fee. You may also bring your own gear to shoot!
How much does it cost to rent a firearm?

1 Firearm = $10 plus ammo
3 Firearm = $20 plus ammo
Unlimited = $50 plus ammo

*When choosing the unlimited option, shooters may take 3 firearms at a time and switch them out as needed.

South Dakota Permit Information

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Federal Firearms License

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Ladies Day every Thursday!

Ladies shoot for 1/2 price every Thursday! Bring your favorite guy and share the lane for $30.

Meet the Staff & Instructors

Kim Smith

Black Hills resident since 1955. US Navy Vietnam 4 years. Married with 2 grown children. Lifetime of enjoying hunting, backpacking, and traveling with family. Bought my first business at age of 24, and Smoking Gun makes my 4th business (and last) of my career.

Certifications:

Range Safety Officer
Basic Handgun Instructor
Glock Certified Instructor
So. Dak Enhanced Concealed Carry Instructor

Tim Hardy

Rapid City Native, Tim enjoys hunting and fishing in the Black Hills and Wyoming. Mechanist by trade working in Rapid City at Johnson machine for 26 years, doing automotive and industrial machine work. Avid gun collector. Tim currently works here at Smoking Gun as an RSO, Instructor, and in our pro shop.

Certifications:

NRA Pistol Instructor
SD Enhanced Concealed Carry Instructor
Smoking Gun Intro to Handgun Instructor
Glock Certified Instructor

Richard Folsland

Richard has been with Smoking Gun Indoor Range since its inception. He has been in the Shooting Industry since 1993 as a consultant and outdoor writer. During a stint in law enforcement, he was involved in training new recruits in handgun qualification. He has competed in most handgun competition and has won state titles in both Kansas and South Dakota. Besides private firearms training, Richard has extensive knowledge in concealment-related issues involving handguns, ammunition selection/ballistics, holster design, and clothing. Richard is the current match director for Smoking Gun IPSC shoots, and also sets up a weekly LE type qualifier.

Certifications:

NRA Certified RSO
IDPA Certified RSO
Nebraska Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Police Carbine Instructor
Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center / Survival Shooting/Weapons Retention

Dale Hatzenbuhler

Dale has over 25 years of Law Enforcement Experience. 17 years as a Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor, 15 years as a Law Enforcement Self Defense Instructor. All with the Rapid City Police Department. He has been a lifelong shooter of handguns, rifles and shotguns. Dale also reloads for all the firearms he owns and shoots. Dale has attended and Instructed numerous self defense schools and training seminars. He is a lifelong resident of Rapid City.

Certifications:

Certified NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor and Range Safety Officer
Certified Glock Firearms Instructor
Certified Glock Handgun Armorer
Schools and Trainings Attended and Instructed:
PPCT Self Defense Instructor
PPCT Weapon Retention Instructor
John Farnam Defensive Handgun School
Defensive Shotgun Instructor
Patrol Rifle Instructor
Remington 870 Shotgun Armorer School
Glock Armorer School
Active Shooter Training and Instructor
Numerous other handgun and shooting schools and classes

Kris Russell

Kris served over 5 years in the United States Army as an Airborne Infantry Squad Leader, with two military deployments to Afghanistan and almost his entire career spent overseas. After being honorably discharged, Kris moved back to the USA and has spent 21 months deployed in high threat, non-permissive environments as a private military contractor while also attending school working towards a Bachelors of Science in History.

Kris began working with the Smoking Gun from opening day, working as a Range Safety Officer and Firearms Instructor. Kris’ vast array of experience includes over four years in a combat environment, protective operations, concealed carry and defensive shooting with both handgun and rifle, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, cultural awareness, and low profile operations.

In his free time Kris enjoys developing his skill set of instruction, firearms building, reloading, shooting, and medical treatment. He can often be found enjoying the Black Hills, working on his cars, or spending time with his dog.

Certifications, Schools, and Courses:

NRA Certified Range Safety Officer
NRA Certified Rifle Instructor
NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
Glock Certified Insturctor
Department of State Worldwide Protective Services -
Personal Security Specialist
Department of State Worldwide Protective Services
Emergency Response Team
US Army Combat Lifesaver Course
US Army Range Safety Course
US Army Primary Leadership Development Course
Massachusetts State Police Basic Firearms Course

John Travise

John served 24 years in the Air Force specializing in Aircraft Weapons Systems, including certifications in Explosive Safety. John has been working at Smoking Gun since 2017 and enjoys many shooting sports including Bullseye and USPSA competition.

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