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Buchanan Shoals

Wadesboro, North Carolina
Outdoor
Buchanan Shoals

Airgun policy unconfirmed — call ahead

This range hasn’t confirmed airgun acceptance to us directly. Their inclusion is based on state-law inference: the state framework permits airguns at this type of venue, but the venue itself hasn’t published a specific airgun policy. Always confirm by phone before traveling. Indoor ranges in particular may decline airguns for insurance or backstop reasons.

About this range Weak evidence

Buchanan Shoals is a 500-acre shooting facility in Wadesboro, NC, with a rifle focus. The website does not call out airguns specifically, but NC's state framework — NCWRC public ranges open to standard firearms — airgun-positive state — makes airgun acceptance reasonable to expect under standard range rules; phone canvass recommended to confirm before the trip. Other disciplines on-site: Pistol; Shotgun.

Airgun policy at this range STATE-LEVEL TIER C: NCWRC public ranges open to standard firearms — airgun-positive state. Airgun status not explicitly confirmed at venue level — phone canvass recommended.
Disciplines

What gets shot here

Rifle; Pistol; Shotgun

Venue type

About the venue

Outdoor shooting range. 500-acre facility

North Carolina state policy · NOT specific to this range
Tier C

Implied permit — state framework is airgun-friendly but rules are silent.

NCWRC public ranges open to standard firearms — airgun-positive state

Evidence NCWRC range rules at General Information state ranges are for "firearm marksmanship and development of shooting skills." NC permits airgun hunting for small game; airguns permitted at agency ranges under standard rules.

State-level restrictions Standard rules; range pass required after safety briefing.

This describes North Carolina state-level airgun law. Rules at this specific range may be stricter — always confirm with the range directly before traveling.

Last verified 2026-05-11
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Important

Always call ahead.

Range policies change — sometimes mid-season. Indoor lanes update caliber rules, clubs revise membership requirements, and public ranges suspend airgun access without warning. Confirm current policy by phone or website before you make the trip.