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Machine Gun Grotto

325 Olive St · Hot Springs, AR

Why you should go…

Machine Gun Grotto is an 11-lane indoor firing range built in the 10,000-square-foot basement of the Mountain Valley Armory building in downtown Hot Springs. You can shoot your own firearm or rent from a lineup that includes fully automatic machine guns, with range safety officers on hand. The Mountain Valley Armory gun store moved into the range space in 2025, so both share the entrance on Olive Street.

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  • #gun store

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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