What is the minimum age to participate?

Participants must meet operator age and ID requirements; the activity lists a minimum age of 18 and valid government ID is required at check-in.

How long is the experience?

The full Run and Gun experience runs approximately four hours from check-in through range and UTV segments.

What if the tour minimum isn’t met?

A minimum of five participants is required; if the minimum is not met a full refund will be issued 24 hours prior to the scheduled time.

Are firearms and ammo provided?

Guns and ammunition are provided subject to availability, including platforms like the M249, M4, shotgun, and Glock; Staccato firearms may be used when available.

Can I bring personal firearms or magazines?

Policies vary; coordinate with the operator ahead of time—most bookings use operator-supplied firearms and ammo for safety and insurance reasons.

What safety rules are enforced?

Guests must be sober, not pregnant, carry valid ID, and have no disqualifying felony or domestic violence convictions; guides run mandatory safety briefs.

Run and Gun: Las Vegas UTV Shooting Adventure in Destruction Canyon | Shooting Range | ATV/UTV

Adventure Brief

A half-day, high-adrenaline experience that pairs live-fire shooting with an off-road UTV course through rugged Mojave canyon terrain. Ideal for visitors who want a tightly run, instructor-led introduction to tactical shooting and moving-target work within easy reach of Las Vegas.

4 hours

moderate

From $560.74

Run and Gun drops you into a high-octane corner of the Mojave just outside Las Vegas, Nevada. At the meeting point—3501 Aldebaran Ave, Las Vegas NV 89102—participants gather for a four‑hour hybrid adventure that stitches live-fire scenarios with a rugged UTV assault through Destruction Canyon and the Rolling Thunder course. The first half of the experience focuses on dynamic target shooting inside staged scenarios using military-style platforms including the M249, M4, shotgun, and Glock, plus premium Staccato firearms when available. Under close instruction you move from static drills to scenario-based strings that emphasize safety, cadence, and accuracy. After the range segment you strap into a purpose-built UTV for Rolling Thunder, a fast, uneven coupe across canyon washes and iron-colored slickrock where drivers and riders engage moving targets on the run. The canyon terrain—sun baked washes, scattered creosote and Joshua trees, boulder-strewn benches—adds a tactile desert element that makes the course feel like a functional training ground rather than a sanitized shooting range. Expect dust, the smell of hot metal, and the satisfying mechanical clack of magazines being loaded. Safety and policy are strict: participants must present valid government ID and meet sobriety and background rules; pregnant guests are excluded. The operator requires a minimum group size; if five participants aren’t met a full refund is issued 24 hours prior. The activity is paced for both first-time shooters and experienced enthusiasts; guides coach firearm handling, range etiquette, and on-vehicle shooting fundamentals. Non-refundable booking terms apply. Why book this in Las Vegas? It’s one of the few offerings that pairs high-caliber firearms with a motorsport element inside the Mojave landscape, delivering a compact, action-packed window into desert tactical driving and live-fire practice. It’s also an efficient half-day outing for visitors staying in the city who want something visceral and well-run without traveling to a remote training facility. Practical notes: allow four hours for the full run, wear closed-toe shoes and sun protection, bring a government-issued ID, and be prepared for dust and noise. This combination of Destruction Canyon’s shoot scenarios and Rolling Thunder’s on-the-move UTV work makes Run and Gun an unmistakable choice for adrenaline-seekers who want instruction, intensity, and desert terrain all in one visit to Las Vegas. Guides rotate through safety briefs and live coaching, so novices learn stance, sight alignment, and recoil management while experienced shooters test rapid strings and controlled pairs. Expect to alternate between instructor-led drills and free-practice windows, with downtime for gear checks and vehicle transitions. Bring hearing protection and eye protection if you have preferred models; the operator supplies standard PPE when required. Photographers should coordinate with guides—flash and elevated positions can be restricted for safety—so plan shots during designated pauses and follow instructions.

About Machine Guns Vegas

Machine Guns Vegas is a licensed live-fire range and adventure operator in Las Vegas that pairs high-adrenaline shooting experiences with curated add-ons such as exotic car racing, Mojave Desert machine-gun outings, and helicopter+range weekends.
The operator offers a diverse catalog of experiences including Race a Lamborghini, the Bad Romance package, the SAS Experience, the Femme Fatale Experience created for women, the Adrenaline Junkie and Full Auto Experience, the Kids Experience (ages 10–17), the Compound Experience with nine firearms, the Barrett & Belt-Fed outdoor desert shoot, and seasonal or special events like Valentine’s Day packages and Grand Canyon helicopter weekends.
Sessions are conducted by trained range instructors who emphasize safety, responsible firearm handling, and adherence to legal requirements. Guests receive thorough safety briefings, supervised live-fire time with iconic firearms (from pistols to belt-fed machine guns), and optional VIP upgrades, souvenir videos, and hotel pickup on select packages. Machine Guns Vegas uses licensed facilities and specialized equipment to deliver memorable but controlled adventures suitable for first-time shooters and experienced marksmen alike.
The operator accommodates solo visitors, private groups, stag/hen parties, and families seeking a supervised introduction to firearms. Partner listings and guest reviews on adventure platforms highlight efficient logistics, professional staff, and high satisfaction. Whether guests seek high-speed exotic car laps or full-auto firepower, Machine Guns Vegas balances thrill with training and oversight to ensure unforgettable memories centered on safety and responsibility. Booking is available daily by reservation.