340 Defense is an outdoor shooting range and firearms training center located within a one-hour drive from Washington, DC, serving the areas of Northern Virginia, central Maryland, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia. The facility features four shooting ranges, including pistol, 50 yard, 100 yard, and 300 yard ranges, with the ability to shoot at 200, 250, and 300 yards on the longest range. It offers various firearms training courses conducted by NRA certified instructors. Many reviewers praise the range for its friendly and helpful staff, emphasizing their attentiveness and safety awareness without being overbearing. The range's layout allows for lane independence, letting shooters call their own bays cold and manage targets freely, which adds to the overall positive experience. Visitors appreciate the clean, well-maintained environment and the ability to shoot at longer distances, making it ideal for sighting in rifles. Several reviewers mention making friends at the range and enjoying the social aspect. However, some concerns are raised about the cost and policies. The fee is considered high compared to indoor ranges, especially since additional charges apply for cardboard backers and sometimes for range access. A 100-yard/1 MOA accuracy test is required to shoot at 200 and 300 yards, which some find unnecessary or restrictive, as it may be difficult for many rifles to meet the standard. Despite these points, the range's quality, safety, and friendly atmosphere make it a popular choice for outdoor shooting and firearm training in the area.
Best range I’ve ever been to! Can’t say enough about the staff, super knowledgeable and friendly. Most importantly they keep the rang safe!!! Can’t emphasize this enough!
November 2025
340 Defense was super helpful!!!!! Could not ask for better service and respect. Great people to work with.
October 2025
I purchased the unlimited membership and today was my first day shooting at range. I was very satisfied with everything! The RSO was very polite and helped me figure out an issue I had with a pistol.
