Paintball in Des Moines, IA

Located on Quail Ridge Avenue in Saint Charles, Iowa — a short drive southwest of Des Moines — DOA Paintball and Airsoft Field offers two large, well-maintained fields packed with creative obstacles like buses, two-story towers, forts, and bunkers. Players can enjoy a rotating selection of game modes including capture the flag, domination, and attack and defend, with both paintball and airsoft available. Rental equipment is provided on-site at reasonable prices, and the staff is known for being professional, safety-conscious, and welcoming to newcomers.

The field is a popular destination for birthday parties, corporate team-building events, bachelor parties, school groups, and family reunions. The minimum age for standard paintball is 10, with a parent waiver required for players under 18. With a 4.9 Google rating and a perfect 5.0 on Facebook, DOA has built a loyal community of regulars who appreciate the spacious fields, short walking distances between play areas, and the friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere.

Des Moines Paintball Park at Archery Field and Sports is located in Altoona, Iowa, just northeast of Des Moines.

The park offers multiple well-designed paintball fields supporting speedball, woodsball, and scenario games like capture the flag and team deathmatch. Standard paintball is available for ages 10 and up, while low-impact paintball provides a gentler option for younger players. Archery Tag — a dodgeball-style game using bows and foam-tipped arrows — is also offered both indoors and outdoors. Rental equipment is available at reasonable prices, and the facility operates on a reservation-only basis for paintball groups.

The venue is well-suited for birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette events, school functions, and corporate outings, with private field reservations and dedicated referees available for groups. The on-site pro shop carries equipment and accessories, and the knowledgeable staff provides guidance for newcomers. As part of Archery Field & Sports, the park also benefits from a lounge area, recreation space, and access to one of Iowa’s largest indoor archery ranges.