Cody Shooting Complex

A photo of the 30 yard range under construction with blue sky.
A close up photo of the steel baffling under construction on the 30 yard range
A photo of the 100 yard range under construction with blue sky.
A photo of the registration building at Olofson Range is Des Moines
A renditional photo of the proposed baffling system

The Cody Shooting Complex is owned by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Shooting Sports Program and operated by Scott County Conservation.  Target shooting is a lifetime sport that families can enjoy together and is one of the safest activities available today.  In addition, target shooting teaches the fundamental marksmanship skills required for hunting and provides multiple avenues for families to get involved in hunting and other outdoor pursuits.

The vision of Cody Shooting Complex is to help ensure the future of hunting and sports education and training for generations to come by providing readily available, high-quality facilities, staffing, and programming. 

For more information on locations and amenities at both public and private shooting ranges located in Iowa, click here.


Amenities and Ranges

  • Range Check-In Building
  • Restrooms and Hand-Washing Station
  • 30-Yard Handgun Range with 20 Bays
  • 100-Yard Rifle/Shotgun Range with 12 Bays
  • Targets Available for Purchase
  • Planned for Phase 2 (to be completed by December 2026): Archery Range, Classroom, Registration Building

Along with providing a place for shooters of all skill levels to practice with their firearms, the complex will be host to numerous special events and educational classes throughout the year.


Safety and Rules

Pay attention to the posted firearm shooting safety rules throughout the property while visiting the Cody Shooting Complex. Please remember:

  • All shooters must register in the range office.
  • Ear and eye protection are required at all times on the gun ranges.
  • Always keep the muzzle pointed downrange.
  • When the range is cold, firearms must be unloaded with the action locked open. Target shooters may only go downrange at this time to put up or take down targets.
  • Children are welcome under adult supervision.
  • No smoking is allowed.
  • No alcohol is allowed.
  • Any violation of the range rules will result in prompt expulsion.

Safety is the top priority at Cody, and we need your help to keep everyone safe.


Hours of Operation

DAY MAR 1 - OCT 31 NOV 1 -FEB 28/29
MON/TUE Closed Closed
WED/THURS/FRI

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

SAT/SUN

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

*Last check-in will be 1/2 hour before close

HOLIDAY RANGE CLOSURE

January 1st (New Year's Day), Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4th (Independence Day), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, December 24th (Christmas Eve), December 25th (Christmas Day), and December 31 (New Year's Eve)

WINTER WEATHER CLOSURE POLICY

  • Forecasted high temperature or wind chill for Scott County according to the National Weather Service not to be above 20 degrees Fahrenheit for the majority of the normal operating hours.
  • Winter Storm Warning issued for Scott County
  • Travel Advisory issued for Scott County
  • High Wind Warning issued for Scott County

We apologize for any inconvenience that our weather-related closures may cause. The health and safety of our range patrons and staff are extremely important to us, so that is why they are in place. Weather closings and delays will be posted here.

Location and Directions

30245 220th Ave, Long Grove, IA 52756

The range is just west of McCausland, Iowa on County Road F33.

(563) 328-3289

Features

Flyer advertising the event.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 - 10:30am

Once a month the Wapsi River EE Center will be hosting a day just for homeschoolers!

Joins us for themed programming led by our Naturalists! The goal of this series is to immerse children in the natural world and help them experience seasonal phenomena in a hands-on way.

Most appropriate for K-8th grades, though all ages welcome. There is a program fee of $3/person payable at registration. Please come prepared for the weather because muck of the planned programming will take place outdoors. Please bring a lunch.

October: Mix of wild foraging and natural art

Online registration is required for every participant (parents included). To register click on [ Click Title for Full Article ]

Flyer advertising event
Saturday, October 18, 2025 - 10:00am

Come out and celebrate spooky season! Learn all about bones and how to identify different skulls, then take a hike to search for bones in the Wapsi woods. This program is open to all ages and is FREE.

Online registration is require: Bones

 

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 5:00pm

Join naturalist Michael J. Granger for an educational adventure to learn about mysterious and misunderstood animals.  At 5:00 P.M. there will be a campfire available for your grilling needs. Please bring your own food items and we will provide the fire and roasting sticks!  The hike will begin at 6:30 P.M. with a spooky scavenger hunt afterwards.  Please bring a flashlight!  Family fun for everyone. 

Online registration is required: Halloween Hike

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Join naturalist Mike for a chance to hunt pumpkins with an atlatl, a primitive hunting weapon originally used to hunt mastodon and bison. Fun for the whole family and outdoor enthusiasts alike!!! This program is weather permitting.  

Online registration is required: Great Atlatl Pumpkin Hunt

Flyer advertising the event.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

During this program, you will learn how to identify native mushrooms and which seasons they can be found. Then, we will take a hike outdoors to identify some of the fall mushrooms available during this time. This is a FREE program.

Online registration is required: Mushroom

 

Map of the 2026 Incahias Campground Renovation showing 3 circular loops, one-way roads, campsites, bathrooms, parking and a host

Coming in 2026: Renovated Loop-Style Group Campground at Incahias

Big changes are coming to Incahias Campground in 2026 as a major renovation is underway to modernize and improve the group camping experience in Scott County. The new campground layout includes three circular camp loops, each designed to support small groups and families with improved access, modern amenities, and efficient traffic flow. 

More details, maps, and reservation information will be posted as the project progresses.