Interested in the Charters Towers Clay Target Club?

Charters Towers Clay Target Club

Northern Zone

Currently closed

What's going on

This is what we do at the Charters Towers Clay Target Club:

Competition Days

DTL Competitions are 1st Sunday of Month

DTL Annual Carnival the 1st Weekend in October

Practice Days

Our club is open for practice on the last Sunday of every month. Contact Secretary to confirm.

Firearm Safety Courses

Arming The Nation (RTO#46026) conducts training courses at the club. Contact Arming the Nation directly for more info.

Upcoming Events

  • Disciplines

    American Skeet

    American Skeet is a popular clay target shooting discipline where shooters aim to break clay targets launched from two machines—one from high and one from low positions—across a semi-circular shooting layout.

    Down-the-Line Trap

    A beginner-friendly clay shooting discipline where targets are launched away from the shooter in a predictable pattern.

    Sporting Clays / 5 Stand

    Often called "golf with a shotgun," this discipline simulates hunting scenarios with varied target presentations across multiple shooting stations.

    Want to join?

    Queensland has a proud history of success in clay target shooting at national and international levels. Through our state team selection processes, we identify and support Queensland's top shooters to represent our state at National Championships and other prestigious events.

    About us

    Established in 1899 as the Charters Towers Gun Club, we’re one of Queensland’s oldest clay target clubs—with a proud history that stretches back over a century and a community spirit that’s stronger than ever.

    Just 4km from the heart of Charters Towers (or “Charlies Trousers” to the locals), the Charters Towers Clay Target Club blends rich heritage with modern facilities and a warm, country welcome. Whether you’re into the clays for fun, competition or just the camaraderie, we’ve got something to suit every shooter.

    Our club caters for a variety of disciplines with:

    3 x Down the Line (DTL) Layouts – all wheelchair accessible,

    2 x American Skeet Fields, and

    1 x 5-Stand Sporting Clays Layout.

    We’re proud to offer inclusive and accessible facilities, including 2 recently installed disabled amenities blocks, and thoughtful layout designs that ensure all DTL fields are wheelchair-friendly—because clay target shooting should be for everyone.

    More than just targets and trophies, Charters Towers Clay Target Club is known for its genuine country hospitality. Whether you’re a long-time member, a traveller passing through, or someone keen to try the sport for the first time, you’ll be met with friendly faces, expert advice, and a welcoming atmosphere.

    With over 120 years of history and still going strong, Charters Towers Clay Target Club is the place where tradition meets accessibility—and where everyone feels right at home.

    Find us

    Street Address

    Off Gregory Development Road (Lynd Highway), 57 Gun Club Road, Charters Towers City QLD 4820

    Postal Address

    Po Box 488, Charters Towers QLD 4820

    Opening hours

    • Monday
      Closed
    • Tuesday
      Closed
    • Wednesday
      Closed
    • Thursday
      Closed
    • Friday
      Closed
    • Saturday
      Closed
    • Sunday
      Closed

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