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Appletree Shooting Range

Appletree Shooting Range is located off Appletree Shooting Road (Forest #6152) just east of US 27 in McCreary County. It has two large, sheltered benches with target holders at 25, 50 and 100 yards. Long-rifle loading supports are provided at each bench. The site has designated parking, visitor information and trash collection.

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General Information

Open year-round

Day use only: open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Day Use: $5/day; $7/3 day; $50 annual per vehicle.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount.

Landscape of the Stearns Ranger District office.

Address: 3320 US 27 North Whitley City, KY 42653
Phone: 606-376-5323
Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.706045

Longitude: -84.457146

Directions

From Whitley City, head south on US 27 to the intersection with KY92. Go straight 0.1 miles, turn left on to Forest Service Road 6152.

Parking

Parking is available at the shooting range. 

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Vault toilet meets accessibility standards for persons with disabilities. 

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 4th, 2025