This was a surprisingly fun day. We had a group of 12 of us, many inexperienced in shooting shotguns, so I was not quite sure what to expect. Quail Creek delivered a clean, safe and challenging afternoon of barbecue and outdoor fun.In checking in, some of our crew rented guns while others brought their own. We brought our own ammunition, though ammo was available there for a reasonable price. We started out with a turn at 5-stand, which is basically the driving range of shooting clays. Each person takes a turn (trying to) shoot clays that are launched from various positions at varying heights and speeds. One of Quail Creek's experts guides you along and gives you detailed instruction on gun safety and technique. After several practice rounds, we took a break for lunch, which was a good beef brisket, fries and lemonade/iced tea.After lunch, we headed out on the "red course" which is one of two shooting clay courses with 13 different shooting stands and scenarios. It is very much a nice golf course feel, except of course for the 4x4 golf cart and the sounds of shots being fired. Each stand has instructions telling you how many clays will be fired at a time (1 or 2) and how many shots each person will take (6 or 8). At the push of a button, the clays fly, some headed out, across, over or toward you and even several that race across the ground. It is challenging, but even those who had never shot a gun did pretty well and everyone had a great time. I would say be prepared for varying weather as our day turned from cool and sunny to brisk and windy by late in the day. I would also suggest allowing for it to be a full day affair. As for value, I thought it was money well spent, as we averaged under $100 per person including lunch, the 5-stand and the course with golf cart rental.
What a treat! Thank you Quail Creek for making our trip a vacation to remember! From the moment we arrived we were generously greeted and even thought the setting is rustic we had all of the luxuries of home! The food was superb and we even indulged in the one of a kind boutique on the site! What a treat! Gwen even gave us homemade chocolate chip cookies while we shopped! we will definitely be back.
My friend and I have visited Quail Creek Plantation a few times now and can't rave enough about this place. The lodge has the best gourmet dinners and the outside fire pit was most relaxing to sit around and mingle. Waking-up to the sounds of nature and walking throughout the area was peaceful and great exercise, too. If I may, I would describe Quail Creek Plantation as a little piece of Heaven tucked in an unexpected place...Okeechobee, Florida. Everyone we encountered was extremely friendly. There is even a store that sells the most unique rustic furniture, yet another surprising splendor. I highly recommended this place if you are looking get away from the hustle and bustle and looking for a place to enjoy the serenity of nature at its finest.
I love every time I visit Quail Creek! Beautiful facilities, great skeet shooting, and I'm always treated so kindly by Gwen and her staff! Looking forward to seeing them again soon!
I attended a work function at Quail Creek Plantation and I have to say being a "city boy" my expectations were low. Boy, was I wrong. What a great retreat. Clean, comfortable accommodations with top notch friendly customer service. The skeet shooting was a blast! And the home cooked meals in the dining area are worth every penny. Great food with a personal touch....like eating with a big family. I would not hesitate to return to this hidden gem in the middle of nowhere.
Good place to go and practice your skills for hunting. A beautiful location with friendly staff. Was just a slight drive out to get to it but well worth it.
I have been there a few times with some friends and the sport shooting is excellent. Friendly helpful staff. Equipment is very good. Carts are available to drive through the 14 shooting stations which is 100 clays (birds) per shooter. Prices are reasonable. Their Lodge is approx. 1 mile down the road and has an excellent lunch. I suggest calling at least 5 days in advance for cart and lunch reservations because many state shooting events are held there throughout the year. Hunting is available but I have not had the opportunity to enjoy it. Worth the ride. Enjoy
I have been going to Quail creek since it opened and the place is awesome. We , it's a family event for us , my wife and son enjoy shooting sporting clays.as well. We usually shoot one of the two sporting clay courses,, one a little softer or shorter than the other, my favorite .We enjoy lunch after shooting and the food there is also very good ,as well the staff are super friendly.The lodge is absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend Quail Creek if you love shooting sports , good food or a beautiful rustic lodge off the beaten trail, this is the place.
I had a great time again at QCP, always do. A good way to relax, have fun and enjoy the company of your shooting buddy's and a nice lunch to top it off. Can't wait to go back!.