What is the contact number for SSAA NSW Hill Top Shooting Complex?

Call 02 3824 8888 for booking questions and range enquiries.

What email address can I use to contact the range?

Email admin@hilltop.nsw.ssaa.org.au for bookings, or range@hilltop.nsw.org.au if provided during booking.

Yes—50m, 500m and 800m ranges are listed as remaining in operation, but the 500m lane is for registered club bookings only.

What are the minimum age and group limits?

Minimum age is 12, maximum listed age 100; the facility caps group size at a maximum of 60 people.

What is the cancellation policy?

Severe weather cancellations may be fully refunded or rebooked; standard cancellations more than 7 days out receive a full refund, 4–7 days incur a 50% fee, and cancellations within 3 days are non-refundable.

What must I bring to the range?

Bring valid ID, original firearms licence and permits, enclosed footwear, hearing and eye protection, your own ammunition, shooting mat and bipod, plus food and water since there are no restaurants onsite.

Long-Distance Steel Target Shooting at Hill Top: 50m–500m Lane Hire

At the SSAA Hill Top Shooting Complex, 430 Wattle Ridge Rd in Hill Top, New South Wales, a grid of numbered firing lanes unfolds into open farmland and distant ridgelines. CLUB BOOKING -STEEL TARGET: Individual Lane Hire (50M-500M) puts long-distance marksmanship within reach on one of Australia’s premier steel-target ranges.

The layout is straightforward and uncompromising: 60 numbered lanes, custom distances you select when booking, and a progression of steel targets from 50m all the way to 500m. Choose from 50m (rifle & pistol), 100m, 150m, 200m, 300m, 385m and the club-registered 500m lane for rifle-only work. The steel plates ring cleanly under varied light, providing audible feedback that sharpens focus and trains trigger discipline across real-world engagement distances.

What sets this range apart is its scale and strict operational standards. The facility supports precision training, competition practice, and disciplined zeroing at distances many club ranges can’t accommodate. Range Officers enforce standing orders and safety protocols; shooters must present original firearms licences and permits, use enclosed footwear, and comply with mandatory eye and ear protection. The 500m lanes are reserved for registered club bookings, preserving a controlled environment for advanced shooters.

Expect practical, no-frills amenities and clear logistics: meet at the 500M Range Office at the address above, bring valid ID and licences, and pack your own ammunition, shooting mat, bipod and provisions—there are no restaurants onsite. Sessions run from roughly three to six-and-a-half hours depending on your booking and lane usage, and the operation caps groups according to safety needs.

The landscape around Hill Top is mostly open grazing country and eucalypt stands; the hard thud of steel punctuates otherwise quiet bushland. A strict prohibition on shooting wildlife is enforced, and staff placard local bushfire and severe-weather policies during summer months. Photography is allowed for compliance and promotion but discuss any objections with staff before you arrive.

This offering is built for licensed shooters who value measured progression: from tactical sighting at 50m to the unique discipline of dialing elevation for 500m impacts. To book or ask questions, email [email protected] or call 02 3824 8888. Whether you’re tuning a match rifle, training for competition, or chasing personal milestones, the Hill Top steel range delivers a rare, exacting long-distance experience within easy reach of Sydney’s Southern Highlands.

Participants should note the range permits shooters aged 12–100, with a maximum group cap of 60 people; entrants must meet legal eligibility and present original identification and licences on arrival. Severe weather, bushfire risk or safety concerns can trigger cancellations with options to reschedule or refund; standard cancellations over seven days receive a full refund, cancellations 4–7 days incur a 50% fee, and bookings cancelled within three days are non-refundable. Respect staff directions always and courteously.

About SSAA NSW Hill Top Shooting Complex

SSAA NSW Hill Top Shooting Complex is a dedicated long-distance shooting facility located in Hill Top, New South Wales.

The complex provides licensed shooters and clubs with individual lane hire for paper and steel targets across distances from 50 metres to 500 metres. Casual visitors, club bookings, and legacy clubs can reserve lanes for precision practice and competitive preparation. The facility supports high-adrenaline training and focused marksmanship sessions on a range designed for extended engagement distances. Paper target and steel target options are available; the steel-target casual offering includes access to 60 lanes for individual lane hire up to 500 metres. Bookings accommodate single shooters and organized club groups, with specific trip options for casual attendance, club bookings, and legacy club access. The venue emphasises safety and regulated operations consistent with licensing requirements for marksmen and club members. Located in Hill Top, NSW, the complex serves shooters across the region seeking long-range practice, skill development, and disciplined training environments. The site is suitable for precision shooters testing rifles and optics at extended ranges, for clubs arranging group sessions, and for licensed individuals pursuing structured practice. Information on lane availability, target type, and booking categories is provided through the venue's scheduling channels. The complex's long-distance focus, configurable distances from 50m to 500m, and multiple booking categories make it a primary destination in the region for serious marksmanship and controlled shooting experiences. Reservations and specific session details are managed through the club's booking system and official communication channels for licensed shooters only.

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