Sporting clays in Texas usually mean a range off the highway. Here, you shoot with Longhorns grazing in the next pasture and the Brazos River running below the ranch. Twin Canyons Ranch offers sporting clays in Texas year-round on our Crazy Quail target system, with no season to wait for. That makes it one of the easiest ways to get outside in North Texas, whether you’re tuning up for dove season or shooting for the first time.
There’s a special satisfaction in calling “pull,” tracking the target and watching it break. If you’ve been looking for things to do near Granbury and Glen Rose beyond the square and the state parks, come try sporting clays at Twin Canyons Ranch Resort.
Sporting clays in Texas, on a working cattle ranch
Twin Canyons is a working cattle ranch on the Brazos River, home to our registered Texas Longhorns and Herefords. Clay shooting here comes with a view: pastures, ponds, live oaks and big Texas sky.
What is the Crazy Quail target system?
Our clay shooting uses the Crazy Quail target system. Clays are available year-round, with no season to wait for. Instead of sending every target out on the same path, it throws targets at changing angles, much like a bird flushing from cover. That keeps every round interesting, whether you’re tuning up before a hunt or picking up a shotgun for the first time.
Who sporting clays in Texas are for
Hunters getting ready for the field
Clays are a great way to sharpen your swing before a dove hunt. We offer dove hunts on the ranch too, so a morning on clays and an afternoon in the field makes for a full day. Read more in our post on activities page.
Corporate groups and retreats
Clay shooting is one of the most popular team-building activities for retreats at the ranch. Everyone takes a turn, everyone cheers, and the friendly rivalry carries over to dinner. See our corporate retreats page.
Friends, family and overnight guests
Staying in one of our villas? Add sporting clays in Texas to your weekend along with hiking, fishing in the stocked ponds and a UTV tour out to the herd.
“Amazing stay! A super cool ranch, perfect for a weekend getaway from the city. … The highlight is waking up to the longhorns right outside of your window!”
— Emiliana L., guest
“I wanted a special trip with my grandson before school started. … we walked and watched the cattle, we swam, played in the activity barn, Hunter took us on a sunset UTV ride!! So fun and then we did the clay shooting.”
— Kathy V., Google review
Make a day of sporting clays near Fort Worth
- Shoot clays in the morning
- Take a UTV ranch tour or a cattle feeding tour
- Walk the trails or spend time on our 1.5 miles of Brazos River frontage
- Finish at Black Star Grille. On Fridays, happy hour runs 4:30 to 6 PM with $2 off drinks and appetizers, and free live music starts at 7.
Why clay shooting in North Texas is so much fun
Clay shooting rewards focus and rhythm more than strength, which is why it’s such a good equalizer. Grandparents, college kids and coworkers can all compete on even footing, and nobody needs to be an expert to have a great time. Each round is short, so there’s plenty of time to laugh, cheer and trade tips between turns.
It’s also a good way to enjoy the outdoors. Between rounds you’ll hear the wind in the oaks, maybe catch the herd moving in a nearby pasture, and get a feel for real Texas ranch country just a short drive from town.
Pair sporting clays in Texas with a ranch stay
Clays are even better as part of a weekend. Seven waterfront villas and an eight-bedroom Barn Suite give groups room to stay on the ranch, so a shooting day can turn into a family trip, a birthday weekend or a friends’ getaway.
What to wear
Dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes, and bring sunscreen and bug spray. The Texas sun doesn’t take a day off.
Sporting clays near Dallas and Fort Worth: where we are
Twin Canyons Ranch is at 7631 Hayworth Hwy in Granbury, between Granbury and Glen Rose and an easy drive from Fort Worth and the Hood and Somervell County communities.
Celebrate with sporting clays in Texas
Looking for a birthday, bachelor party or anniversary idea that isn’t another dinner reservation? A round of clays at the ranch followed by happy hour and a burger at Black Star Grille makes for a memorable celebration. Bring the group, let the friendly trash talk fly, and toast the best (and worst) shot of the day.
Frequently asked questions
Are sporting clays in Texas available year-round at Twin Canyons Ranch?
Yes. Clays at Twin Canyons Ranch are available year-round, with no season.
What is the Crazy Quail target system?
It throws targets at changing angles, much like a bird flushing from cover, so every round is a little different.
Is it good for beginners and groups?
Yes. Clays work for first-timers, families and corporate groups, and they’re one of our most popular team building activities.
Where can I shoot sporting clays near Fort Worth?
At 7631 Hayworth Hwy in Granbury, Texas, between Granbury and Glen Rose, southwest of Fort Worth.
How much do sporting clays in Texas cost here?
We don’t publish clay prices online. Call (817) 857-2624 to plan yours.
Can we book a corporate clay shoot in Texas?
Yes. Clays are one of our most popular team building activities, and they run year-round for corporate groups and retreats. Call (817) 857-2624 to plan yours.
Keep exploring the ranch
- Dove Hunting in Texas: Hunt a Working Cattle Ranch Near Dallas–Fort Worth
- Team Building in Texas: Sporting Clays, Dove Hunts and UTV Tours on a Working Ranch
- Corporate Retreats in Texas: Bring Your Team to a Working Cattle Ranch on the Brazos
Book sporting clays in Texas
Check our activities page, then call (817) 857-2624 to plan yours. We share details and pricing by phone, and clays run year-round for you, your family or your whole team. See you at the ranch!
Plan your visit
Plan your visit: we’re between Granbury and Glen Rose, southwest of Fort Worth, so shooters from Dallas–Fort Worth and across North Texas can come any time of year. Sporting clays in Texas run year-round here, with no season. Call (817) 857-2624 to book your sporting clays in Texas.