Archery Ranges in Washington
The Washington State Archery Association runs six state championship tournaments a year covering Indoor, 3D, Field, Safari, and Outdoor Target, anchoring an NFAA Northwest scene.
Washington has a deep archery scene anchored by the Washington State Archery Association (WSAA), which runs six annual NFAA-sanctioned state championships covering Indoor Multi-Color, Indoor Blueface, Safari, Marked 3D, Field, and Outdoor Target. The WSAA collaborates closely with the NFAA on this competitive slate. USA Archery activity in Washington runs through clubs and JOAD programs. Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver (WA), and Bellingham hold the densest club scenes. Head into the Cascades, the Olympics, and Eastern Washington and you find clubs cut into mountain terrain with field and 3D courses. Mild coastal winters let Western Washington shoot outdoor essentially year-round, while Eastern Washington runs a tighter outdoor window. Bowhunting is significant statewide, with elk, mule deer, blacktail, and bear seasons. Use the city list below to find the right club for your discipline and location.
Washington archery FAQ
Washington State Archery Association (WSAA) if your priority is the six-tournament NFAA state championship circuit. USA Archery if your goal is JOAD or USA Archery national events. Many Washington archers belong to both.