Clybel WMA Shooting Range

Clybel Shooting Range, nestled in the Clybel Wildlife Management Area near Mansfield, offers a diverse range of shooting facilities. B.F. Grant WMA, Cedar Creek WMA & Shooting Range, and several other nearby properties surround it. It is a part of the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center.

Main Features

• 100-yard Rifle Range: Equipped with advanced Kongsberg digital targets.
• 35-yard Pistol Range: Features reactive steel targets at distances from 7-30 yards.
• 45-yard Shotgun Patterning Range.
• 2 Trap & Skeet Fields: Complete with shaded covers.
• 5-Stand.
• Archery Range: Includes a 5-target static range and a 32-target 3D archery trail, plus a 3D archery tower.

Location and Accessibility

The range is accessible via Highway 11 from Mansfield, turning onto Marben Farm Road. Due to its remote location, some mapping services might not be effective.

Operating Hours

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. (or sunset)
• Sunday: 1 p.m.–6 p.m. (or sunset)
• Closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Contact Information and Fees

• Range Office: 770-788-4023
• Shotgun Range: 678-787-5526
• Hunter Services: 706-557-3355
• Fees: Range access requires a Hunting or Fishing License, or a Lands Pass. Shotgun Range uses a Wi-Card system.

Gallery and Events

A gallery featuring various sections of the range is available, and visitors can stay tuned for upcoming range events.

Strengths and Weaknesses (Based on User Reviews)

Strengths:

• Modern Facilities: The range is equipped with the latest technology, such as Kongsberg electronic targets.
• Friendly Staff: Many users commend the welcoming and helpful nature of the staff.
• Variety of Ranges: Offers a wide range of shooting experiences, from rifle to archery.

Weaknesses:

• Inconsistent Enforcement of Rules: Some visitors have experienced confusion due to varying interpretations of rules by different range officers.
• Restrictions on Ammo Types: Certain types of ammunition, like green tip ammo, are not allowed.
• High-Tech Equipment Challenges: The advanced technology, especially in the rifle range, can be a hindrance to beginners and may be seen as overly delicate.