I didn't like the fortress like stucko gates, the advertisments they had on the local radio. I am not a supporter of the NRA so this is not going to be my kind of place. Kind of like a NASCAR facility for gun lovers.
Many very nice ranges with plenty to do for everyone. Unbeatable annual family membership price. Things do get very busy at times but normally you will nearly have the ranges to yourself. Great place for a relaxing family vacation.
A really fascinating Old West museum of firearms and How the West Was Won — seriously. The grounds are also very well done and there's always a herd of pronghorn antelope in the field next door for viewing as well.The store has a bit of everything firearms and NRA related, and is a nice stop as well. Don't miss it!
Mainly used the shooting ranges, which in themselves are in good shape. A must see is the museum in the Admin Building. People are very friendly. Will be using the ranges alot while here.
Imagine 30,000 beautiful acres in the shadow of the Sangre de Christo mountains, with 17 different shooting ranges, visitor housing and restaurant accommodations. and a gift shop that, in addition to clothing and souvenirs, sells guns and ammo. Deer and antelope stand by the side of the road and watch you drive by. And the NRA staff are the nicest, most helpful people you'd ever want to meet.
Stopped here for the night on way to Philmont. They are VERY Scout friendly. Pulled in late and staff was exceptionally courteous. Campsites were beautiful. Had breakfast prepared by JD, all you can eat for great price. Went shooting then right out the back door, 12g, 250 rounds between 7 of us. Instructor Dave spent time with each f us to help us out then let us 'fire at will'. Gift shop is wonderful as is bullet museum. The director of the center was working the cash register as someone was sick. Down home Scout friendly, inexpensive place. A MUST DO STOP FOR ALL SCOUTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shooting sports aside, the Whittington Center has an outstanding museum of local and state history, hundreds of artifacts laid out in a timeline fashion. The Whittington Center is also home of the ruins of the historic mining town of Van Houten, New Mexico. The "ghost town" has been closed at times for events on the nearby shooting ranges, but it is generally open to the public. Ask about accessibility at the visitor center and sign in at the security gate. There are even short walking paths through the ruins and signs labeling various buildings and neighborhoods. Mostly the ruins are foundations but there is a least one standing house and other semi-standing buildings. The ironwork mine entrance gate is absolutely worth the extra walk past the town.
I knew people over the years who had attended events at the Whittington Center and I finally got a chance to stop by and visit. I was not disappointed with the quality and informative nature of the exhibits which were well displayed. Definitely worth a look if you are in the area.
The beauty of God's country!! We had the most ultimate on our 1st outing to NRA we now like to be out there as often as possible!
Two of the nicest RV parks have ever been to. Open to the public. Beautiful gun ranges and museum/gift shop. Reasonable prices for all. 44000 acres of peace and quiet. Spent three days here. Sorry to leave. Full hookup RV spots but no cable TV. About 8 over the air channels. Tents sites, cabins, group homes, you name it. Bring your guns and have a good time.