Colorado elk season 2016 2017

Plains deer east of i25, except unit 140 oct 1 oct 23. Towards the end of the season, you really need to know pressured elk hiding areas to find elk. Elk hunting california department of fish and wildlife. Elk hunting colorado 1st season 2017 rifle duration. Best elk hunting season colorado elk hunting colorado. Find your colorado hunting season dates on this page. This is a standhunt only, but we provide transportation to and from stand locations each hunt. Elk hunting in colorados gmu 14 routt and grand counties.

We have several year round water holes and a nice spring fed creek running through. Bull basin ranch owned and operated by lee cox 25 years of experience in providing the best quality guaranteed elk hunts in all north america. Previously the season was 30 days long and always opened on the last saturday in august. Last year i was near there hunting deer third season and the elk hunters were having a pretty hard time, as nothing had started to move down yet even by the first week in nov. Doug crookston colorado, 2016 late season bull elk hunt. Buck deer drawing for early and 2nd, 3rd, and 4th seasons only. If you have general questions regarding colorado hunting season, dates, or even applying for licenses, feel free to call us anytime. Welcome to our colorado big game hunting schedule 2020. Im optimistic that the 2017 season will be a good one.

Jbarh outfitters,the best elk hunting in northwestern colorado. We dont sell licenses, but we do rent and sell a lot of canvas wall tents and other hunting gear to hunters coming into colorado. The semiguided hunt allows you to hunt on established stands and blinds on both private 2,000 acres and public lands. Last week, we released episode 9 of the elk talk podcast, which included my conversation with david brinker about the broadhead in the leg incident that nearly 18 months ago, i began working closely with rocky mountain hunting calls to develop a new diaphragm elk call that would incorporate every characteristic i. More importantly, the snowfall levels in winter range also came early and deep and temps stayed cold so there was minimal snowmelt over the winter. Elk hunting in colorado gmu 14 routt and grand counties elk are plentiful throughout the upper yampa area. However, biologists at the cpw said it had no effect on unit 65 deer, and even increased tag allocations for 2017. Top 25 colorado otc elk hunting gmus units for 2020. Colorado hunting seasons, bagging totals and available licenses vary by region. Hunt elk in colorado with overthecounter elk tags in 2020. All other licenses can be purchased at circle k ranch before each season starts. Nov 18, 2019 lone tom outfitting specializes in bull elk and trophy tom mountain lion hunts in northwest colorado.

In 2016 we had only a couple inches of snow the week prior and i killed a bull on the first day. Newest elk harvest data comparison of western states for 2019 elk hunt i ranked the latest elk harvest data from the top seven western elk hunting states to compare the harvest data for the 2019 elk hunting season. If you have an interest in big game hunting, then it may be time to start planning your colorado hunting trip and think about the opportunities youll have to chase an elk, one of north americas most challenging big game animals. Plains deer east of i25, except unit 140 oct 24 nov 3. Elk hunting in southern colorado trujillo creek outfitters. The archery hunt for deer and elk is now a 29day season for 2020 through 2024, with. We hunted season 3 of the colorado rifle season and booked one of scotts drop camp elk hunts. Colorados old elk distillery introduces spirited selections. Additionally, colorado hunting seasons include several regional and special permit hunt times. Joking about the final answer, thats never gonna happen. Colorado hunting dates colorado license fees 2020 colorado big game hunting season dates archery.

We are trying for first rifle and if we are unsuccessful we will do 2nd rifle. Full service hunts or drop camps, and your choice of archery, rifle or muzzleloader. San juan elk 2016 part iii it all comes down to the end duration. Archery licenses may be purchased after the season opens. After meeting with joe that morning and going over all the details, which was done in a very professional manner, i saw an elk watching us set. Archery season is the longest season, running from late august through september. First rifle season is fully limited and elk only, so this season offers the least crowded hunting option for elk hunters. Cow elk, deer or muzzle loading permits are draw only. I think colorado might have a couple elk left to hunt. Bull shot last hour of idaho archery elk season 2017 heavy. The best hunting outfitter in southwest colorado, coyote outfitters specializes in trophy mule dear, elk, bear and mountain lion hunts. This question comes up allllll the time so i thought id pull together a really deep dive on colorado vs idaho for otc elk for the folks that ask the question.

A legal bull is defined as any antlered bull, except in the special southwest zone, where a legal bull must have at least five points on at least one side of the. To participate in the black bear overthecounter wcaps season hunter must also hold a deer or elk license for the same units, season and manner of take. Whether you are an experienced huntsman or huntswoman looking for a new adventure or a complete beginner aiming to shoot your first elk, colorado is the land of opportunity for any hunter. Licenses must be applied for, and some are selected at random. Our 5,000 to 10,000 acres of private land is located close to aguilar in southern colorado which is an excellent hunting spot for elk bull and cow. Lone tom outfitting specializes in bull elk and trophy tom mountain lion hunts in northwest colorado.

Best way to hunt bull elk in coronado on public land in the 2nd season rifle otc. Contact colorado dow for forms for the april 2017 drawing. It was tshirt weather until 3rd season and a full moon during 1st season, which kept elk out all night and hiding during the day. Colorado big game hunting season dates and times for 2017. If you would like any additional information or if you need to rent a canvas wall tent, check out our website at other helpful links. Hunting trips and rates we offer 4 day, 5 day and 7 day hunts according to the seasons set up by the colorado department of wildlife. Jbarh outfitters,the best elk hunting in northwestern.

Fullyguided rifle elk hunt our fullyguided elk hunts gives you the opportunity to hunt oneonone or oneontwo with an experienced colorado elk guide. Elk numbers dwindling in westcentral colorado rocky. A few years back we hunted elk in another unit close to there and didnt see any until above 10,500. Mule deer colorado elk hunting photos pictures gallery page. The top 22 units ranked by hunter success accounted for 43. I truly believe the harvest numbers especially in our area are going to be way down after 2016, which means for more elk and bigger bulls for 2017. You find several big meadows, pinon trees, ponderosa and cedar. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of colorado s wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs. Colorado parks and wildlife is a nationally recognized leader in conservation, outdoor recreation and wildlife management. My hunting area is easy access to all and receives lots of pressure, thus, early season is the best time as the elk are still a little dumb. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of colorados wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs. The old break between 1st and 2nd season was two days.

Most of the grasslands are in unit 5 and hunting harvest stats 2016 deer they took 25 bucks17 does,antelope they took 110 bucks 105 does and no elk taken. With the first rifle season following the archery and muzzleoader season, hunters have a very good chance of harvesting a trophy bugling bull elk. The department of fish and wildlife manages californias diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyment by the public. These can be bull elk, cow elk, deer and combinations of bull andor cow elk and deer. The end result, and we will go into some detail later in this article, for many elk hunting groups is that they decide 2nd season is the best for their group. Colorado deer hunting pictures colorado photo gallery page, kiowa for creek outfitters, trophy mule deer elk photos, whitetail photos pictures, antelope photos pictures, turkey photos pictures, texas hog hunts photos, auodad hunts texas photos.

Colorado hunting rates guided and nonguided, elk hunts. Colorado hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. Best elk hunting season colorado elk hunting colorado elk. Seasons and dates pricing 2009 photos 2010 photos 2011 photos 2012 photos 20 photos 2014 photos 2015 photos 2016 photos 2017 photos 2018 photos 2019 photos accomodations hunter info contact info colorado muleys colorado fish sitemap. I shot my first bull elk this year in colorado, on public land with a rifle during the second rifle season with my dad at my side. My hunting partner killed a bull on the morning of the 3rd day. Palmer outfitters is the top colorado elk hunting outfitter in the state. There is a much easier way to predict when the largest number of elk in rut at one time will occur during the monthlong approximately elk breeding season. Colorado rifle elk hunting semiguided, nonguided, fully. Our public lands include 23 million acres of pristine pines, plentiful pocket meadows and purewater ponds, so its no wonder we host the worlds largest elk herd and the best chance at hunting, or simply viewing, these majestic animals in motion. The department of fish and wildlife manages californias diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values. Also, this new structure now creates a rotating opening date.

Be able to always find information on the colorado hunting season without having to search. Rifle elk, rifle cow elk, and all deer licenses are available by drawing only. This hunt takes place on nearly 360,000 acres of gunnison national forest and the collegiate peaks wilderness. Southwest colorado elk herds are slowly dying off, and researchers cant figure out why. Didnt see a ton of elk, few cows i didnt get on camera and then the 5x5 and a spike i did get on camera. American hunting photos pictures, usa mule deer outfitter gallery pictures. Big changes to colorados hunting season dates are coming. Dec 31, 2016 this is how fortunate we were on the number of elk we took during the 2016 season. Also, you can draw for private land only bull and cow combination, 1st season only. Licenses are also readily available, but hunters should not rely on leftover license availability as these herds approach population objective. Elk taken during controlled hunts do not count toward the combined season limit. Check prices for elk, antelope and mule deer hunts available, book your next hunt. Southwest colorado elk herds in jeopardy the denver post.

For information on how to obtain season licenses for harvest, visit the colorado parks and wildlife website. Predicting the elk rut peak by counting 25 weeks from easter each spring is a waste of time. Hit read more below for important season dates and. Deer elk combined limited, 4th season nov 18 nov 22. These new season dates could mean for a better elk hunt.

And, because so many out of state hunters decide on hunting the second elk hunting season, it means there are a lot more hunters in the field than any other elk season in colorado. The archery hunt for deer and elk is now a 29day season for 2020 through 2024, with exact annual dates of september 2 september 30. Jun 19, 2018 colorado has the largest elk population in the united states but the population in eagle county, located in the westcentral part of the state, is shrinking. Otc bull elk licenses antlerless cow elk licenses available through the draw, or as leftover licenses. The 1st season regular rifle elk hunt is still a 5day season, but new starting in 2020, the gap between the 1st season and 2nd season hunts will now be a 9day break. In time for the holiday season, old elk distillery, named colorado distillery of the year at the 2016 and 2017 new york international spirits competition, introduces its. The last few years have been very warm and dry that time of year. We dont sell licenses, but we do rent and sell a lot of canvas wall tents and other hunting gear to.

I am trying to pick a good area to unit within the unit and was hoping someone can help a little. I am interested to see what the colorado parks and wildlife come up with on harvest percentages and game numbers after the 2016 season. Elk hunting in colorado gmu 14 routt and grand counties. I am fortunate to live near elk country and get to hunt the entire season. Plains deer, late east of i25, except unit 140 dec 1 dec 14.

Want to hunt elk every year in colorado without having to draw a tag. For more experienced hunters, the nonguided hunt is another option. These are semiguided hunts with help in the field with your game. But despite 22 days of 100 miles of bowhiking over 30,000 vertical feet the beautiful. Timberline mule deer camp colorado elk and mule deer.

Dec 02, 2014 2016 ended well despite the tough year because of the warm weather. Colorado has the largest elk population in the united states but the population in eagle county, located in the westcentral part of the state, is shrinking. The numbers we have counted have dropped some 50 percent to 60 percent in the last 10 years, craig wescoatt, wildlife manager for colorado parks and wildlife cpw, told vail daily. If you are coming to colorado for elk hunting, this article looks at differences in seasons and what you might. Colorado hunting season dates for elk and mountain lion. We hunted season 3 of the colorado rifle season and booked one of. Colorado elk hunting 756 county road 519, fraser, colorado 80442 rated 4. However you will have to draw for bull elk 1st and 4th seasons only. Plains deer east of i25, except unit 140 dec 15 dec 31.

The winter of 2016 2017 was cold, and at one time snowpack got to 200% of normal. Plains deer east of i25, except unit 140 nov 4 nov 30. We had a 60% take with 100% opportunity during archery and about 60% take for archery as well. Plenty of elk are bagged in every colorado elk season. Printing paid for with hunting and fishing license fees. Average hunter success for the 2015 2017 otc 3rd rifle season was 11. During the third rifle season we were able to join outfitter scott gesell of beaver creek outfitters on what turned out to be a most memorable colorado elk hunt.