How buying a gun in Casper works
Pick an FFL dealer near you that accepts shipped transfers and name it at checkout. We confirm their license and ship the firearm to them. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door where Wyoming law allows.
Wyoming requires no purchase permit, registration, or waiting period for firearm purchases. Dealer sales involve ATF Form 4473 and a NICS background check. Federal age limits apply: 21 for handguns and 18 for long guns. Online orders ship to the Wyoming FFL dealer of your choice, who conducts the transfer.
Dealers in these communities all work for Casper-area buyers:
- Mills
- Evansville
- Bar Nunn
- Mountain View
- Glenrock
- Midwest
- Edgerton
- Alcova
Carrying a gun in Natrona County
Wyoming allows permitless concealed carry for adults 21 and older who can legally possess a firearm, and open carry is widely legal. The optional concealed firearm permit is issued by the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, with applications handled by the Natrona County Sheriff. Many residents obtain one for travel to other states. Schools, courthouses, and posted locations remain off limits.
Hunting near Casper
Wyoming Game and Fish manages deer, elk, and pronghorn seasons by hunt area, with most licenses issued through a spring draw. Rifle seasons for deer and pronghorn typically start in September or October and extend into November, depending on the area. Centerfire rifles must meet Wyoming's caliber and energy requirements for big game. Consult the current Wyoming Game and Fish regulations for your hunt area.
Casper is the hub for the Wyoming Game and Fish Casper Region, with mule deer and elk on Casper Mountain and antelope in the surrounding sagebrush. Review the WGFD hunt area maps for license details.
Antelope hunting brings visitors to Casper each fall, and many residents own long-range rifles for the open terrain. Home defense is a practical consideration for those living in remote areas near Alcova or on the mountain.
Public shooting ranges near Casper
The ranges on the city pages are public ranges run or listed by the state wildlife agency, a state forest or a national forest, chosen by distance. Passes, licenses and hours are the agency's; check before you go.
Source: State wildlife agency and public-land range listings, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.