Archery ranges vary widely between casual indoor lanes, 3D outdoor courses, and full-service pro shops with certified technicians. Some facilities require safety orientations or advance lane reservations, while others offer walk-in open shooting and equipment rentals. A map location will not show lane distances, bow weight restrictions, or whether a shop specializes in target archery versus hunting setups.
Decorah 2
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Anthem Archery LLC
1665 Prosperity Rd, Decorah, IA 52101-7892
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Xpedition Archery
Decorah, IA 52101
Elkader 2
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Cutting Edge Archery
103 Mulberry St SW, Elkader, IA 52043-7701
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Clayton County Archers
29257 IA-13, Elkader, IA 52043
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BACK 40 QUARTER HORSES
1425 Story Dr, Knoxville, IA 50138
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Hickory Ridge Bow Hunters 3D & Indoor Archery Club
808 IA-14, Knoxville, IA 50138-8883
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Mohawk Archery Club
840 12th St NW, Mason City, IA 50401-1924
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Double Lung Archery
1619 S Federal Ave, Mason City, IA 50401-5750
Solon 2
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The Johnson County Archers
3857 Raptor Ridge Rd NE, Solon, IA 52333
Saturday from 7 am to 2 pm and Sunday from 7 am
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Johnson County Archers
3857 Raptor Ridge Rd NE, Solon, IA 52333
Saturday from 7 am to 2 pm and Sunday from 7 am
Albia 1
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Bluff Creek Archery
117 Washington Ave E, Albia, IA 52531-2026
Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm
Altoona 1
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Archery Field & Sports
3725 NE 56th St, Altoona, IA 50009
Tue-Fri 12-8pm, Sat-Sun 12-6pm
Anamosa 1
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Wapsi Valley Archery
19643 115th St, Anamosa, IA 52205
Arnolds Park 1
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The Throwing Post
29 Allen St, Arnolds Park, IA 51331-7702
Baldwin 1
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Bear Creek Archery
3432 33rd St, Baldwin, IA 52207-9613
Belmond 1
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Iowa River Archery Service
1555 Taylor Ave, Belmond, IA 50421
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Affinity Archery
711 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Ascend Archery & Outdoors
5001 Tremont Ave, Davenport, IA 52807-1006
Tue-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri 11am-3pm, Sat 10am-3pm
Dike 1
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Delta McKenzie Targets
30151 160th St, Dike, IA 50624-8096
Dubuque 1
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Tri-State Outdoors
2100 White St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Durango 1
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Hollow Ridge Archery
15447 Hollow Ridge Ln, Durango, IA 52039-9576
Dyersville 1
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Plum Creek Archery
204 1st Ave E, Dyersville, IA 52040-1201
Tue-Fri 5-9pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Eldridge 1
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Heart Shot Ministry Eldridge
775 E Le Claire Rd, Eldridge, IA 52748
Farmersburg 1
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Pike's Peak Archery
22168 165th St, Farmersburg, IA 52047-8035
Grimes 1
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A & S Archery
3000 SE Grimes Blvd Ste 600, Grimes, IA 50111
Humboldt 1
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Center X Archery
632 Sumner Ave, Humboldt, IA 50548-1761
Independence 1
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Indee Outdoors
112 3rd Ave NE, Independence, IA 50644-1924
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Nock On TV
Indianola, IA
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Double Lung Archery
501 E Main St, La Porte City, IA 50651-1447
Milford 1
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Buckridge Bow Hunters
2720 190th Ave, Milford, IA 51301
Montrose 1
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F6 Outdoors
2521 290th St, Montrose, IA 52639
Tue 12pm-8pm, Wed 8am-4pm, Thu 12pm-8pm, Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 8am-4pm
Odebolt 1
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Odebolt Archery Range
112 E 2nd St, Odebolt, IA 51458-7782
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After Hours Archery
218 N B St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Ottumwa 1
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Steve's Archery
2208 Albia Rd, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Peosta 1
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Dubuque Field Archers
13979 Ryan Rd, Peosta, IA 52068-7048
Salem 1
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American Outdoors
3021 Highway 218 27, Salem, IA 52649
Spencer 1
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Specialty Archery Llc
1211 38th Ave W, Spencer, IA 51301-2548
Stuart 1
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Raccoon Ridge Archery
3281 298th Ln, Stuart, IA 50250
Toddville 1
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Waltonian Archers
3985 Wickiup Hill Rd, Toddville, IA 52341
Sat 7am-2pm
Washington 1
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Washington County Archers Inc.
2438 Kiwi Ave, Washington, IA 52353-9404
Waverly 1
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Waverly Archery Club
1799 18th Ave SE, Waverly, IA 50677
Woolstock 1
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Gavin Maines Archery Center - GMAC
1990 310th St, Woolstock, IA 50599
Also in Iowa
- Sporting Goods Stores334
- Outdoor Stores126
- Archery Pro Shops14
- Archery Ranges with Lessons5
- 3D Archery Courses5
Good to know
Do I need to bring my own bow and arrows?
Many commercial indoor ranges offer rental packages that include a recurve or compound bow, arm guard, and arrows. However, private clubs and outdoor 3D courses often require archers to supply their own personal gear.
How much does lane time typically cost?
Hourly lane fees typically range from $10 to $20 per person, with equipment rentals adding another $10 to $15. Some pro shops offer daily flat rates or monthly range memberships for frequent shooters.
What is the difference between a standalone range and a pro shop?
A pro shop focuses on selling gear, tuning bows, and custom paper-tuning, often alongside a small practice range. Standalone or club ranges focus primarily on providing space for target practice, leagues, and instructional classes.
Are crossbows illegal?
Crossbow legality varies by state jurisdiction, season type, physical accommodation requirements, and local game regulations. Throughout Iowa, regulations determine when and where crossbows may be legally used for hunting or recreational target shooting, with 42 local ranges offering guidance. Hunters should consult state wildlife agency rules before purchasing or hunting with a crossbow.
Do you need a license to bow hunt?
Yes, bow hunting generally requires a valid state hunting license along with specific archery permits or tags for game species. In Iowa, hunters must meet safety certification requirements, and 42 registered archery facilities can help direct archers toward official state resources. Check current state wildlife guidelines for specific license requirements and open season dates.