If you’re looking for an honest, hard-working, salt-of-the-earth outfitter operating in a pristine wilderness area that produces solid results at a reasonable price, this is the hunt for you.
This outfitter hunts in Unit 18, a couple of hours west of Rocky Mountain National Park. The park is closed to hunting and has an expanding elk herd, so you are hunting in prime country with large numbers of broad- beamed bulls that can freely move in and out of the park (NOTE: THERE IS A 4-POINT MIN. RESTRICTION ON BULL ELK). It is a road-less area with no motorized vehicles allowed, so travel is on foot or horseback. Clients ride horses into the base camp, which requires a two- to three-hour ride. The tent camps are equipped with comfy cots, satisfying food, knowledgeable guides and seasoned livestock. Archery, 1ˢᵗ Season Rifle (this outfitter does not hunt 4ᵗʰ Season Rifle), cow elk and mule deer tags are all by draw, and April 1 is the application deadline. 2ⁿᵈ Season Rifle and 3ʳᵈ Season Rifle are over-the-counter tags.
These are exceptional hunts with high draw rates! Or you have the option of buying over-the-counter bull tags for the second and third seasons or for bow. He does not hunt the 4th rifle season because it’s too inconsistent. We will help you apply if you do not buy over-the-counter tags. The bow and blackpowder elk hunts coincide with prime bugle season and the peak of the rut, which means bellowing, hollering bulls very receptive to calling. This muzzleloader hunt may be the most overlooked and underutilized elk bugle hunt in Colorado! Generally, the hunt takes two to four points to draw. Bowhunting during the bugle season produces irate, love-sick bulls that respond to a challenge and can be coaxed into easy bow range.
The outfitter also has a limited numbers of drop camp hunts. The drop camps are for accomplished hunters who like to do-it-yourself. All you need are your sleeping bag and personal gear as for guided hunts. We can provide you a list of the equipment supplied on drop camps. Drop camps require a minimum of three people, or two friendly groups of two each.
NOTICE: HUNTERS BORN AFTER JAN 1, 1949 MUST CARRY AND HAVE COMPLETED A HUNTER SAFETY GUN COURSE OR IF BOW HUNTING, A BOW EDUCATION CLASS AND MUST CARRY PROOF. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING THE LICENSE APPLICATIONS, BUT WE CAN ASSIST YOU-JUST ASK!! GO TO: www.wildlife.state.co.us. You will find the procedures there.
They go the extra mile to insure you have an enjoyable experience and memorable adventure. They’ve have done so for years! On the last day, you will hunt your way out in the afternoon. It’s a relatively short ride through good elk country the whole way out.
2026 PRICES (subject to change without notice until deposit received)
Guided, Any Season (call for dates) $7,500 per person 2×1
Self-Guided DIY Drop Camp, Any Season (call for dates)
2 people – $6,000 per person
3 people – $4,000 per person
4 people – $3,000 per person
5 people – $2,900 per person
6 people – $2,800 per person
7 people – $2,700 per person
8 people – $2,600 per person
Hunting License Rates for Non-Residents: Bull Elk – $700.98; Cow Elk – $700.98; Deer – $420.23
Fishing License: Annual – $102.40; 5 Day – $33.53; 1 Day – $17.64
Habitat stamp requires on first two licenses purchased $10.59 each
THERE IS A 4-POINT RESTRICTION ON BULL ELK