How buying a gun in Gilbert 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 Arizona law allows.
Arizona requires no state permit, registration, or waiting period to buy a firearm. At the dealer, you complete ATF Form 4473 and undergo a federal NICS background check. Federal age restrictions apply: 21 for handguns and 18 for rifles and shotguns. Online orders ship to your chosen Arizona FFL, where the dealer conducts the background check before transfer. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID with your current address.
Dealers in these communities all work for Gilbert-area buyers:
- Chandler
- Mesa
- Tempe
- Queen Creek
- Apache Junction
- Higley
- San Tan Valley
- Gold Canyon
Carrying a gun in Maricopa County
Arizona allows permitless concealed carry for adults 21 and older who can legally possess a firearm. The optional Arizona CCW permit, issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, is useful for reciprocity in other states and exempts holders from NICS checks during dealer purchases. Private property owners and certain public buildings may prohibit firearms—pay attention to posted signs.
Hunting near Gilbert
Arizona deer hunting operates on a draw system. General rifle hunts for mule deer and Coues whitetail occur from October through December, with specific dates and permit quotas per Game Management Unit in the 2026-27 Arizona Hunting Regulations. Over-the-counter archery hunts are available in late summer and winter in many units. Legal firearms include centerfire rifles, handguns, muzzleloaders, and archery equipment—verify your unit and permit type before hunting.
Deer hunting near Gilbert falls under Game Management Units in the surrounding desert and mountain regions, with draw hunts for rifle and over-the-counter options for archery.
Gilbert's proximity to Tonto National Forest and the Sonoran Desert offers local shooters easy access to outdoor ranges and open public land for target practice.
Public shooting ranges near Gilbert
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.