Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Larimer County. Fort Collins sits along the Cache la Poudre River, blending outdoor recreation with a thriving tech industry. Orders ship to FFL dealers in the area, ensuring compliance with Colorado firearm laws.
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 Colorado law allows.
In Colorado, purchasing a firearm requires a background check through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. Buyers must be at least 21 years old, and a three-day waiting period applies from the start of the check before delivery. Magazines holding more than 15 rounds are prohibited for sale or transfer. Starting August 1, 2026, buyers of specified semi-automatic firearms with detachable magazines must complete a safety course and obtain an eligibility card from the sheriff.
Dealers in these communities all work for Fort Collins-area buyers:
Colorado does not permit concealed carry without a license. The Larimer County Sheriff issues concealed handgun permits to residents 21 and older who complete a training course and pass a background check; permits are valid for five years. Open carry is generally allowed but can be restricted locally. Since 2021, cities and counties may enact their own firearm regulations, including carry limits in certain areas. Always verify local ordinances.
Most deer and elk rifle hunting in Colorado requires a limited license drawn in the spring, with over-the-counter options available for specific species and units. Deer rifle seasons typically occur in October and November, varying by game management unit. Plains units along the Front Range, including those near Larimer County, have distinct dates and are predominantly private land. Legal rifles must be centerfire and meet minimum caliber and bullet-weight requirements. Refer to the 2026 Colorado Big Game brochure for unit-specific details.
Deer rifle seasons in plains units around Larimer County, including Fort Collins, have specific dates and mostly private land. Check the 2026 Colorado Big Game brochure for details.
Shooters in Fort Collins often frequent nearby ranges and public lands for practice. Hunters should note the private land dominance in plains units around Larimer County.
The public ranges listed on the city pages are run or listed by state wildlife agencies, state forests or the U.S. Forest Service. Many ask for a hunting license, a range pass or a small fee, and hours change with the season, so check the agency page before you drive.
Source: State wildlife agency, state forest and U.S. Forest Service range listings, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Loveland, Wellington, Timnath, Fort Collins or anywhere in Larimer County, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the background check.
Yes. A dealer must wait three days from the start of the background check before delivering a firearm, or longer if the check is still pending.
Colorado prohibits the sale or transfer of magazines holding more than 15 rounds. Magazines owned before July 1, 2013 and kept continuously are exempt.
Buyers of specified semi-automatic firearms with detachable magazines now need a completed safety course and a sheriff-issued eligibility card before purchase. Many handguns are excluded, but verify the current rules for your model.
A bolt-action in .243, 6.5 Creedmoor, .270, .308 or .30-06 covers deer almost everywhere; some states require straight-wall cartridges, so read the current regulations.
Each dealer sets its own fee, commonly $20 to $75. Call before you order to confirm the price and that they accept firearms shipped from an online store.
General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our buying guide and check with Larimer County Sheriff or a local attorney about your own situation.