Colorado Elk Deer Bear Hunt GMU 63

This outfitter is a full time outfitter not one that just outfits 3 months out of the year. Because of that and his area he is well known for his trophy animals since he began guiding in 1976. Deer are draw a tag only in the state and this trophy area can require 3 points to draw and meet face to face with a 160 plus 4x4 in the Rocky Mountain quakie draw. He does have other area that requires less point to fall back on. With the Gunnison at the top of the Boone & Crockett page and this outfitter offering trophy elk and  deer in the form of guided, semi-guided and pack in hunts one of these will match your budget and skill level.

We have been providing quality hunts in Colorado Since 1976. We offer guided Elk Hunts, Mule Deer Hunts, and Black Bear hunts on a Forest Permit area that we have had for the past. The photographs above of past hunts are lasting impressions as to his past success.  If you are looking for a Booner for the book this is the place to hang your hat.

~Elk~   

Boone and Crockett has Gunnison County as the #1 producer, with the world record elk and numerous others registered. In our trophy area we have taken two Boone and Crockett elk from our horse pack-in camp. Colorado's elk herds are and will stay the largest of all western states. The quality of our elk has risen since the 4-point or better rule. More heavy horned five and six point bulls now exist. They are no longer uncommon in Colorado. In our timber areas there are many springs with wallows galore to sit and rest your weary bones. The remote settings and pristine beauty all add to your exciting adventure in the rugged atmosphere of the Rockies! Colorado elk herds are at an all time high. Thanks to the 4-point restriction our young bulls have been protected and this has given us more mature bulls. Some of these mature bulls will be spotted yearly. If you haven't yet experienced a horse back hunt, where few hunters roam, you owe it to yourself. We have many packages available to hunt the majestic monarchs of the Gunnison National Forest. 

We offer fully guided hunts, 1x1, to semi & unguided packages. We generally allow no more than six hunters in a camp. Horses and mules will be used to pack you into camp. We will leave camp daily on horseback; horseback rides vary daily, from one hour to one hour and 45 minutes. Mules will be taken with the guide daily to pack game so very little hunting time is lost. Game will be moved in non-prime time hunting! To enjoy it to the fullest, hunters must be in good physical condition and willing to work hard. Pack-in camp hunts are all 1x1 or 2x1 Rifle hunts. Come and enjoy the hunt of a lifetime in the great Rockies of Colorado. Although we do not guarantee all guests their game, we feel each individual has a great chance of filling their tags. Our camps are covered by a radio system for your safety, to be used in emergencies. All of our hunts are conducted on US Forest Service. All hunts are fair chase in scenic Colorado.

~Mule Deer~

1984 - Present statistics include 35 bucks over 30 in. spread with Boone and Crockett scores 185 and up. Trophy bucks are our specialty. Trophy hunts - only mature three and four point bucks or better. Our trophy hunts range from 7,000 ft. to 12,000 ft. in elevation. Our base camp location is approximately 10,000 ft. Our best buck taken in this area is the second largest taken in Gunnison County, Colorado. Also the largest taken by an outfitter since 1975 registered in Boone and Crockett. Gunnison National Forest boasts more non-typical bucks in Boone and Crockett than any other forest in Colorado, and ranks third in the state on production of typical Boone and Crockett bucks. Colorado ranks #1 on production of Boone and Crockett bucks with a total of 217. The closest state has taken only 72 bucks total, registered through 1995.

Chances of taking a Boone and Crockett buck in Colorado are three times as great as in any other state. In fifteen years of hunting over 61 bucks with spreads better than 30" wide have been harvested. 6 Boone and Crockett bucks in our trophy unit. You will be hunting trophy deer in the rim rocks, meadows, aspen thickets, timber, and above the timberline even down to the oak brush depending on the weather and the hunt season. Our terrain is versatile and we can ride horse back to the top or lowest point from camp in an hour and a half. Hunts are permitted on Gunnison National Forest (USFS).

Archery and Black Powder

Elk, by far, is the most majestic ghost on the mountain. He will be in the peak of his rut during your archery and muzzle loading hunt! Hunting techniques we use during this time will be bugling, cow calling, spot and stalk, and still hunting, for a high success fair chase hunt. 

~Guided Hunts~ 

Muzzle Loaders 

7 Day Elk or Deer 2x1 Guided                 $2,695 

7 Day Elk or Deer 1x1 Guided                 $3,195

 All Muzzle loading seasons are in September. Muzzleloader hunts are by special permit, which you must apply for by April 2nd to be eligible. We hunt map unit 63.

Guided Bow Hunts 

2x1Guide Ratio         7 Day Package         Deer or Elk         $2,695 

1x1Guide Ratio         7 Day Package         Deer or Elk         $3,195 

~Semi-Guided Hunts~ 

Bow and Muzzleloader 

7 Day Package                           Elk or Deer                                $1,495 

7 Day Package                           Elk & Deer Combo                    $1,695 

~Guided Hunts~

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Cabin & Pack-in Camp Hunts / Horseback Hunts 

You will be living in all of the conveniences of home in a wilderness setting. 

Most Guided hunts will be on horseback 

Trophy Rifle Hunts

Trophy Hunts are either one-on-one or one-on-two guided ratio. These hunts can be horse pack-in or cabin hunts. 50% Deposit required to confirm all hunts

  7 Day Trophy Elk or Deer Hunt - 2x1                 $3,795    

1st Season - 1st Week Elk Only – 2x1                  $3,895

 7 Day Trophy Elk or Deer Hunt - 1x1                  $4,495 

Weight Restrictions: 

Pack-in camp allows 65 lbs. - 1 duffel bag, Army type, with 1 stuff sleeping bag. We will not pack excess baggage, also on Horseback only, 235 lbs. is the maximum hunter weight. 

Black Powder / Cabin hunts 

7 Day Elk or Deer 2x1          $2,695

7 Day Elk or Deer 1x1          $3,195 

All Muzzle loading seasons are in September. Muzzleloader hunts are by special permit, which you must apply for by April 5th to be eligible. We hunt map unit 63, which is covered by the statewide draw license. 

Archery / Cabin Hunts 

2x1 Guide Ratio   7 Day Package   Deer or Elk     $2,695

 1x1 Guide Ratio  7 Day Package   Deer or Elk     $3,195 

We all know what it is like to shoot an elk after your legs are tired from walking all day. Now you will have to make numerous trips across that same country to haul your elk out. With coyotes and bears in the area if you don’t get it out in a reasonable amount of time there will be nothing left to get. 

~Semi-Guided Hunts~ (with game packing) 

Archery / Cabin Hunts

  7 Day Package        Elk or Deer                           $1,495 

  7 Day Package         Elk & Deer                           $1,695  

Reservations are secured when deposit (50% of trip price) is received. Cancellations made more than thirty days in advance may be transferred to another trip within the year if available. The remaining 50% of the trip price is due 30 days prior to arrival. Gratuities are not included! 

~Un-guided Hunts~

All meals and lodging furnished. 5 days hunting, 1\2 day in, 1\2 day out. 

We steer you in the right direction and pack out your game. 

Hot showers, Bunk style Cabin.

Bow or Muzzleloader Hunts

6 Day Package Elk or Deer        $1,495 

6 Day Package Elk and Deer     $1,695 

Where all you do is hunt!

* During Trophy Deer Hunts only mature three and four point animals or better will be harvested. 

* Need a break from hunting? - Fish in our Stream by the cabin.  

All hunts are fair chase in scenic Colorado. Hunts are conducted on the Gunnison National Forest. We are permit holders for the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests and is an Equal Opportunity Service Provider.

~License & Information~ 

We hunt in Game Management Unit (GMU) number 063 in Colorado.

  ~Recommended Equipment~

List of clothes and recommended equipment:

1. Colorado Fish & Game License and Hunter Safety card if required. (see note below) 

2. Sleeping Bag – Good for 0 degrees or lower for Pack-in Camp. 

3. Backpack or Saddle Bags - for lunch, ammo, camera 

4. Binoculars 

5. Flashlight or headlamp, with extra batteries 

6. Personal toilet articles 

7. Snow Paks (boots) with two inserts 

8. Good leather boots with heavy socks 

9. Sunscreen and sunglasses 

10. Gun scabbard with straps for attachment to saddle 

11. Thermal underwear, Gloves, Warm jacket, Rain gear (Dress in layers for changing weather) 

12. Orange cap and vest 500sq inches (Required by Colorado Law) - No orange camo. No orange for Archery 

13. Guns - sighted in for 250 yards 

14. Spotting scope for one on one hunts (optional) 

15. Warm face mask 

16. Towel and washcloth for pack in and drop camps 

17. Game Bags 

18. Water Bottle or Canteen

    *Tips are not included in the price of your hunt. Please take care of your guide and camp help before you leave camp*

While hunting with us we furnish, if desired, transportation to and from Montrose, CO motels and Camp for hunters flying in, motel reservations, transportation of meat to local processor, transportation of trophies to taxidermist, two good hot meals a day and a sack lunch. There are no hidden charges.

Transportation will be furnished by the hunter to Montrose Colorado.

State Law 

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1949 must have a hunter’s safety card to get any Colorado hunting license. 

This also includes archery hunters. *

Reservations are secured when deposit (50% of trip price) is received. Cancellations made more than thirty days in advance may be transferred to another trip with in the year. The remaining 50% of the trip price is due 30 days prior to arrival. Gratuities are not included!

Pursuant to section 12-55.5-105 (1) (3) and (1) (D) outfitters are bonded and required to possess the minimum level of liability insurance and that the activities of outfitters are regulated by the Director of the Division of Registrations in the department of Regulatory Agencies. 

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Limited License/Preference Points page

Although the deadline is over, there is still a chance to obtain licenses. There are deer and elk licenses left over. See the Leftover List. You may also buy over the counter licenses. 

The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed.

Nonresidents apply at the same time and on the same application forms as resident hunters. They may purchase an over-the-counter license just the same as resident hunters. 

 Maps of Colorado: Includes local, state and federal government, Colorado counties, political and administrative districts, commercial map sites and GIS related links. 

 U.S. Forest Service: Information and maps 

 USGS: Topographic Maps 

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More Links 

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License Application Deadline March 31st with only a few left over licenses after that! 

Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year.

Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. There is also an on-line hunter Safety Class available.

The link to the Colorado Game & Fish web page is: http://wildlife.state.co.us/

303-297-1192 and mailing address is 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216

Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year.

Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. There is also an on-line hunter Safety Class available.

The link to the Colorado Game & Fish web page is: http://wildlife.state.co.us/

303-297-1192 and mailing address is 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216

Hunt ID: CO-ElkMDeerBBear-Gunnison-All-WCO-Eric

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