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Colorado DIY Elk, Mule Deer Hunt Private 5500 acres in GMU 444

Colorado DIY Elk, Mule Deer Hunt Private 5500 acres in GMU 444

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Colorado DIY Elk, Mule Deer Hunt Private 5500 acres in GMU 444

Hunt Info

Hunt Type

Muzzleloader
Rifle
Archery

Game Type

Big Game

Unguided Hunts Available

Yes

Location

USA

State

COLORADO

GMU

Contact Info

Phone

303-776-7528

Big Game

Species

A (DIY) Do it yourself hunt that has all of the options for the Colorado deer and elk hunter, we want to make you successful and provide you with only what you need to be successful.

We allow you to guide yourself, and we make certain that you don’t have to worry about food and lodging, just focus on hunting. Then if you decide you want a guide for a day or two than you can hire one by the day. We also have horses available. We can also assist you in packing out your deer or elk. We are here to make your hunt successful and provide you with what you need to make that happen.

Access/Terrain:

Begin with Prime elk and Trophy Mule deer country with everything from Scrub Oak to Sage Brush to spruce forest with plenty of open parks and dark timber.

The Ranch has access to 5500 acres of private land in GMU444. The ranch also borders the White River National Forest affording hunters access to large tracts of prime deer and elk habitat. We are in the mountains in rough rugged country, which is why our quality deer and elk like it here. You are free to bring your ATV; you just have to register it with a permit on your way through town.

On the property we have dark timber, aspens, oak brush and sage flats. It is a widely diverse area. Hunters should be in good physical condition to take advantage of the wildlife that lives and migrates through here. Many of the deer and elk are here all summer long but as winter arrives they are met by migrants coming down from the hills above.

Accommodations:

Our hunting lodge is made up of two cabins. One cabin features a large kitchen and dining area while the other houses 4 bedrooms and a central lounge area. Two bedrooms each have three sets of bunk style beds. Two bedrooms each have a full bed. There are two restrooms each with a shower. A walk in cooler/freezer as well as a screened room for cutting and processing is available at the lodge. You will enjoy hot showers and satellite television as well as excellent meals.

Meals:

During the rifle season dates we will provide meals to our hunters. Breakfast supplies are at the lodge and hunters may choose to rise and fix themselves what they choose when they choose. A standard lunch is some type of soup and sandwich. Full dinner service is provided with a different delectable meal each evening 30 minutes after dark. Archery hunters are responsible for their own meals unless other arrangements are made.

Ranch location:

We are located east of Glenwood Springs Colorado on the south side of the Colorado River. The nearest airport is Eagle County Airport or the Vail Airport located in Gypsum, Colorado which is 15 miles from ranch headquarters. We are a historic working ranch in the heart of the Colorado Rockies.

In GMU444 all mule deer licenses are limited so you must enter the draw. I can usually get land owner vouchers for license redemption for muzzleloading, 2nd rifle season 2 and 3rd rifle for mule deer.

For Elk, muzzleloading, rifle 1st season and 4th Season are limited draw only licenses. 2nd and 3rd Rifle and archery are over the counter and unlimited. There are no land owner vouchers for elk.

Guided Hunts-Approximate Dates

Elk

Archery 1 Aug. 27-Sept 1 $1495 (Archery Special)

Archery 2 Sept. 3-8 $1495 (Archery Special)

Archery 3 Sept 10-15 $1495 (Archery Special)

Archery 4 Sept 17-25 $1995

Muzzleloading Sept. 10- Sept. 18 $2995

Rifle 1 - Oct. 15-Oct. 19 $4495** (Usually catches the end of the elk rut.)

Rifle 2 Oct. 22-Oct. 30 $2495

Rifle 3 Nov. 5-Nov. 13 $2495

Rifle 4 Nov. 16-Nov. 20 $2495

Mule Deer

Rifle 3 Nov. 5-Nov. 13 $4495** (Trophy Hunt limited to an all seasons total of 10 deer)

Rifle 4 Nov. 16-Nov. 20 $7495

COMBO Mule Deer/Elk Hunts

Rifle 3 Nov. 5-Nov. 13 $4995 (booked before Dec. 31)

Rifle 4 Nov. 16-Nov. 20 $8495

Cabin Lodging Break down, Lodging is included in guided hunts above.

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DIY Hunt Prices

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Caribou Cabin comes with all the modern conveniences of home, a quaint little mountain cabin. It has an open floor plan with a common kitchenette/living area, master bedroom, loft and 3/4 bath. The kitchenette is fully furnished to accommodate 4-6 quests.

Bedroom accommodations include a loft with two twin beds, and a master bedroom including a queen bed and a set of bunk beds. Electricity is generated through a small solar generation system. No Pets.

Price: Single night $249

3+nights $199/night as less than $ 36 per person per night including meals when staying 4 nights!

Tom Bodett and Motel 6 can’t beat that price!

The Ike Creek Lodge is perfect for your large group. This lodge is made up of two log cabins. One cabin features a large kitchen and dining area while the other houses 4 bedrooms and a central lounge area. Two bedrooms each have three sets of bunk beds and two bedrooms each have one full bed. There are two restrooms each with a shower. Please call for special pricing and group rates.

Price: 1st night $499*

Additional nights $399*

*Additional fees apply to groups over 15 persons @ $25 per person per night up to 25 people.

Spring Creek Cabin is located in the high mountain back country of the Bair Ranch. Spring Creek Cabin is 9 miles from Ranch Headquarters.

This fully furnished cabin sleeps 8 people in 3 bedrooms. Also includes living room, dining room, 3/4 bathroom, kitchen, gas heat and lighting, beautiful stone fireplace.

These cabins are a comfortable alternative to tent camping. Sleep cozy under a roof and four walls. These are non-furnished one room cabins which include a double bed and bunk beds (bedding not included).

Camper cabins are conveniently located near the bath house which as men's and women's bathrooms and showers, and Little Wapiti Lake and picnic area. Campers must bring appropriate gear. Each cabin sleeps 4. We have 4 of these cozy camper cabins available.

Price: Single night $69

2+Nights $59/night

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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

Colorado Bureau of Land Management: Information and maps