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Silver Springs Trap Range — Yorkville, IL

An outdoor public trap and archery range managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, located within the Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area. It offers shooters a natural setting for practice, though it is subject to seasonal closures based on hunting schedules.

Location and contact

Pricing

  • Range Access: $0 / per visit

Know before you go

  • Shotgun only in designated areas; no rifles or handguns allowed.
  • Shot size must be lead shot size #6 or steel shot size #4 or smaller.
  • Clay pigeons must be thrown from hand throwers or spring-operated foot traps; no battery-operated throwers.
  • Range is closed seasonally during specific hunting seasons, such as dove, coyote, and pheasant.