Devils Nose Target Range
This target range sits at 11,000 feet in elevation, providing a unique and beautiful shooting experience. Devils Nose has three shooting galleries with benches for 25, 50-75 and 100-yard shooting opportunities for a total of 24 lanes with shade cover. The unstaffed facility has 20 parking spots, an informational kiosk and a vault toilet. Be sure to pack in and pack out your trash and spent casings. Please follow all signage at the site related to rules and regulations.
You may encounter short-term closures a couple times a week while the site is being cleaned and maintained.
Range Photos
Reservations
General Information
The site has new steel target stands this season.
Summer to early fall
Sunrise to sunset
- There is a safety closure surrounding developed shooting target range.
- Use of alcohol or drugs is prohibited.
- No camping or campfires.
- Due to resource damage concerns, .50 caliber ammunition is not recommended.
- Paper or cardboard targets only. Absolutely no exploding targets.
- No tracer rounds or incendiary rounds.
There is a $10 first come, first served day-use fee at the site. America the Beautiful passes are accepted, along with fee-free days.
Fees are paid through a scan and pay feature. Be sure to download the app before heading out, as cellular connectivity can be spotty at the site.
This 2026 change follows extensive public outreach last year and review by the Rocky Mountain Region Recreation Fee Advisory Board.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.667123
Longitude: -105.583716
Elevation
11,000'
Directions
From Idaho Springs, travel south on Colorado Highway 103 for 14.8 miles. Turn left onto Forest System Road 794.1 and travel approximately .5 miles. The range is on the west side of the road.
From Evergreen, travel north on Colorado Highway 74 (Evergreen Parkway) for 4 miles. Turn left onto Colorado Highway 103 and continue for 21 miles. Turn right onto Forest System Road 794.1 and continue for .5 miles. The range is on the west side of the road.
Parking
There are 20 parking spots and one handicap spot. There are no trailer parking spots available or turn around space. Do not park along the entrance road.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Cell phone coverage is dependent on provider and weather. Site is wheelchair accessible via a ramp. Note the shooting galleries are above the parking lot.
Restrooms
YesWater
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
Other Amenities
Steal target stands
Recreation Opportunities
Recreational and Target Shooting