Please confirm your choice and points situation with the game and fish 303-297-1192 to confirm it will work in your case for these hunt codes. Hoping to have some time Friday to scout around a bit. This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. Elk . Book Your Hunt. I would advise to go where the 4wheelers cant. You must log in or register to reply here. 4th Rifle Cow $ 250 for a Cow hunt (November. Late Rifle: $ 250 for a Cow hunt (December. Too much snow and no pressure they are in their winter energy conservation mode and dont move any more than they have to. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? JavaScript is disabled. If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. -Over the Counter Bull License, 4st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. I dont know why more people do not hunt this unit. Since this property is not grazed by cattle and the neighbors property is grazed the elk tend to move back into this property to feed at different times of the day and night from the adjacent property. My buddy and his guys usually are about 50% for killing elk and have taken several in the 270-300 range. The neighbor has 10,000 acres and hunts it quite heavy dispersing elk in all directions. Maybe in a normal year, I bet the snow will be 90% gone in 2 weeks. My name is Peter, I'm from Denmark, a colleague and me are planing an archery hunting trip to Unit 65 Colorado, from the 12 to the 23 September. A couple days makes a big difference. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! We are leaving out Thursday morning for 65. GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. Toggle navigation. In that way you will get an elk point for next year and a cow elk license for this private land for this year. Hunt elk in Colorado like you would whitetail deer in the eastern US, blinds are already in place and have been for years taking elk every year. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. In some cases for the private land license you and put in for a point for your first choice and for this private land cow as your second choice. You are using an out of date browser. Hunting prospects are generally very good. We're not around right now. The Late season has a lot to do with the snow depth. E-E-064-P1-R Either Sex-Private Land only, E-F-065-P5-R Cow Long (October 15- November 30) Season Private Land only. E-E-064-P4-R Either Sex-Private Land only. Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; COLORADO ELK HUNTING MAP. This is a guided hunt that includes all the amenities. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. I plan on coming out in late June or early July to do a little scouting in the unit. I know we arent expecting to harvest anything just going to have fun and experience the mountain and elk hunting. Don't know where one unit begins and another ends in Colorado? JavaScript is disabled. ALASKA; BISON; BLACK BEAR; BROWN BEAR; CARIBOU; DALL SHEEP; ELK; MOOSE; . good luck. From: md5252 31-Dec-18 Just another version of "not looking for anyone's honey hole but.." From: JohnMC 31-Dec-18 Are the accessible roads decent that time of year? Probably going to be even busier this year with the changes. These elk are hunted like eastern whitetail to be the most successful. Thus, in 20 years of applying, I would get to hunt a draw unit 4 times and an OTC or second choice unit 16 times. Elk Unit 65 has 14 available licenses, 11 of them geared towards the Public Land Hunter. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Move into the blinds before daylight and leave after dark. -Either Sex License, 2st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. Good luck to you guys as well. There are local and migrating elk in the area. Ive seen a couple posts on other forums suggesting Mike Lawson with Trophy Class Outfitters. We are planning to backpack as well. If the snow level is low enough and they realize that this has not been grazed they are there. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. Game packing is available. In the off years, hunt OTC units, units you can draw as second choice, or tags from the leftover list. We are currently elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting over 24,000 private acres of prime Elk and Mule Deer habitat. Please note: All outfitters in Colorado that use National Forest/BLM lands MUST be permitted by the particular district they are operating in with the appropriate insurance and licensing requirements. Hunting pressure from the neighboring property also pushes them over the fence at time too. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. Outfitters are restricted within each game management unit according to their permitted boundaries. If you arent sure what to pack or have questions take a look at our downloadable gear list above. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle (above 11,000 ft). This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. If you are interested in more information about our Big Game Hunts at Unit 70, or would like to Book a Elk, Mule Deer or Combo Hunt with Jackson Outfitters, contact Roy Jackson today! They are Permitted in Rio Grande National Forest of Southwestern ColoradoThey strive to offer the highest quality hunt possible by limiting the number of clients in camp and providing personal service. Big Blue Wilderness is a non-motorized public access area. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) maps can be obtained by calling (303-239-3600) Public Lands Information Center maps can be obtained by calling (1-877-851-8946) The legal boundaries of the Game Management Units are described in the last pages of the Big Game Regulations Brochure . 2 of us are planning on Archery elk in CO unit 65 this year. Each year, hunters set out to chase elk in one of Colorado's over-the-counter (OTC) elk hunting game management units. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Do you have any ideas where you might be looking to go specifically? Chances are good that if there are bulls there are cows, and if there arent bulls there are still cows. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. J & Ray Outfitters is licensed #727, bonded and insured, Authentic Big Game Hunts in Colorado High Country. 8480 6400 Rd, Montrose, CO 81401, United States. The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed. The longer it stays hot and dry in Colorado, the longer the hikers are out. .300 Weatherby Mag 170 G Hammer Custom Hollow Review help. J & Ray Outfitters . We will pack you, your camp and gear in and out. Good luck hunting. -Either Sex License, Muzzleloader Non-Resident requires 1 point to draw. Hopefully that gives us time to locate some elk and get our bodies acclimated to the elevAtion change. Use Our Convenient Contact Form Click Here. Please visit our Hunts Page to learn more about our guided elk hunts. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Outfitters do not have use of an entire unit, normally just areas specified by the NFS/BLM for use by each outfitter working in that unit. The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. I plan on doing my first Colorado elk hunt first rifle this year and was looking for some scouting info. Are there alot of elk? We look forward to speaking with you! The earliest seasons have the most traffic but there is a local herd that many times will stay there all year. **Limited Openings!**. If you are interested in more information about our Big Game Hunts at Unit 65 contact Roy Jackson today! Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Both the majestic elk and trophy mule deer are legendary to Unit 65 hunting area. This includes packing out your game animal. Elk Colorado Unit 65 Pointerguy May 29, 2020 May 29, 2020 #1 P Pointerguy Junior Member Joined Dec 25, 2019 Messages 27 Hello, I was hoping anyone that has elk hunted unit 65 could PM me, I have a few questions. 15-23) Select your 7 days. Me and a buddy are planning to hunt 65 this year for first rifle as well. They may purchase an over-the-counter license just the same as resident hunters. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. The cow to bull percentage is roughly 80%-20%. Located east of Montrose on Highway 50 then 8 miles south of the town/post Office of Cimarron, Colorado it is located in GMU 065. The elk will stay in the area if they are not bumped off the property to many times. I am going on my first elk hunt this year with an older friend who has been going to 65/66 for 40 years or so. These hunts will be available at times, but very limited at special treaty. That definitely helped a lot with our plans. GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. Phone: 970-361-7511 Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Insured and bonded according to Colorado State Law for Outfitters. Phone:970-361-7511 We are also getting there a few days early to do some additional scouting and get acclimated. I would call the Division of Wildlife in Grand Junction 970-255-6100 see if they can help you. Messages. I bought subs for goHUNT and onx trying to scout and make a plan as best as I can from maps. You will receive a permission card and a cell phone number to call if you have any problems. Our experienced staff will help make your hunt a successful and enjoyable experience. To learn more about units, search a unit or learn about elk hunting units. Its been tough to find info and definitely looks really steep. FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. I can only get out for a couple of days of scouting this year due to work and looking for some info on the roads around 65. Deep snow can provide enough obstacles that they dont stay or eat here. License Application Deadline March 31st with only a few left over licenses after that! All other tags, including everything in GMU 66 is by draw. I'm aware of the substantial elevation change between the first four units and unit 65 and have read that elk are usually higher in elevation during this time of year, but I was also curious if the first four units have the elk numbers this time of year, given the elevation. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. 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. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. Coffeepot High Country Outfitters is an equal opportunity employer. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! It requires 1-2 points to draw a muzzleloader Bull license; it takes no points to draw a muzzleloader cow license. Thread starter Crossfire64; Start date Sep 2, 2017; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. Anyone hunt unit 65 near ridgeway? You must log in or register to reply here. Deer Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, . I,m on the south end of the unit, but don't have any recommendations. Believe it or not, but the 10,000 ft. contour line on your map is an elk trail that goes from one meadow to another all along the back face of the ridge.. The Elk herd in this region is resident to the area and many of the animals from this region are listed in both the Boone / Crockett and Pope / Young record books. There is also an on-line hunter Safety Class available. May 28, 2020. We operate camps in two different Game Management Units: 65 and 66. Hunters will need a larger number of preference points to draw a hunting permit but can expect to have an opportunity at larger bulls than in most other Colorado units. 25-31) (September. Thanks guys! Hey that's where and when my first elk hunt was! This is a 7-day trip with 5 days of hunting. Elk muzzle loader and all mule deer seasons are draw tags. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Phone: 970-361-7511 Does that sound confusing? The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. Muzzleloader: 7 Day Hunt $995 (September. Hunters must be willing to walk well away from roads if they expect to be successful. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Is the elk hunting in Colorado unit 65 any good? 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 See how weather varies by elevation within a unit by selecting an elevation range. Hunting the Big Blue Wilderness is vast terrain of scrub oak, aspen, spruce and lodgepole pine climbing the ridges, creek valleys and rocky outcrops. Non-residents have a 95% chance of drawing an archery mule deer tag with one preference point and a 25% chance of drawing a second or third season rifle mule deer tag with . Not all weather elements are available within the unit. With its abundant wildlife and diverse hunting terrain, GMU 65 in . I'm doing the legwork for him and we're looking for a trustworthy outfitter for a quality hunt in Unit 40. Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. Bounded on N by US Highway 50; on E by Big Blue Creek-Cimarron Creek divide; on S by Ouray-San Juan County line; on W by Ouray-San Miguel Countyline, County Highway 62 and County Highway 550. Call now to book your 2023 big game hunting adventure! If you plan on hunting in higher elevation, as a rule of thumb, expect the tempture to decrease roughly 5 for every 1000' in elevation gain. Hello all! Phone: (435) 865-1020, Field Preparation of Trophies, Lodging, Meals, Professional Hunter & Staff, Trip Transportation, Trophy Exportation (Logistics and Handling), Airport Pickup and Dropoff, Gratuities, License, Tag(s). -Either Sex License, Late Cow Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw.-Cow License. Hello, My son is stationed in the Coast Guard in NC and is a Colorado Resident. This unit is practicing a boost in elk inhabitants. Still have questions? Read about advertising on huntscore here. I have elk hunted in New Mexico before, it's my buddy's first time. Big Game Hunts at Unit 65 in Colorado If you are interested in more information about our Big Game Hunts at Unit 65 contact Roy Jackson today! This is a great rut hunt with a muzzleloader the bulls are aggressive and calling is quite successful with the use of a cow call. The OTC tags are a great option for hunters who did not apply or draw a tag and still want to hunt this fall. Unit 65.is always over crowded and no elk. Many times it is early enough you can catch the end of the rut on this season, with the advantage of a high power rifle this is a good option. First time ever elk hunting and going out of state hunting. You must log in or register to reply here. You'll enjoy a 3 1/2 hour horseback ride through beautiful alpine meadows and spruce benches near timberline on the way to their high altitude hunting camps, at approximately 11,000 feet. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. Are you planning to do day hunts or backpack in and hunt for multiple days? Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 65. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. How much pressure does it get?? I am leaning towards unit 70, 65, or 74 area because I am reading that it is steep and miserable, but it sounds like to crowds and the grazing make most want to turn away. I know the mountains are huge and conditioning is key. We offer all types of hunting packages as well as summer horse back vacations here in the high country of western Colorado. Yes, take chains that have been tested for fit and function. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, and Ouray Counties . The area in front of the Salad Bowl box blind has aspen quakies with a shooting land cut out. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. You will receive a map of the parking/camping area, fence lines, water holes and blind locations so you know exactly where to hunt and the edges of the property. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* Overall unit size: US Forest Service: Mostly curious of road quality and other questions like that, not asking for help finding elk or "honey holes" I'd prefer to do that work on my own, but just wanted to know what I . Cedar City, UT 84721 This hunt promises to be an experience of a lifetime, This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle, Copyright 2012-2017 Jackson Outfitters LLC | All Rights Reserved, Helping Colorados Wildlife, Habitat and Natural Resources. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! It used to be a pretty good unit. Click to reveal Many hunters know about the high success rate during this season so this late season licenses for this area always draw out. These units include some of the most diverse terrain in Colorado, from 4,700 feet in the dry desert lands near Delta to 14,309-foot Uncompahgre Peak. And that 20% species distribution may lie 100% within private lands. 16 - 20) this is a draw but no points are required. Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. I was just wondering some general info.. Is it a good unit?? Elk Colorado Unit 65 1st Rifle doffiehoward May 17, 2021 1 2 Next May 17, 2021 #1 D doffiehoward Junior Member Joined Jan 26, 2021 Messages 28 Location Pennsylvania Hey guys was looking for a bit of info on Unit 65 in Colorado. Travel to the high country spending the duration of the hunt in the heart of elk, mule deer and bighorn sheep country. Elk - Unit 681. PO Box 250 There is 1 pond of 3 ponds about 500 yards from the blind. 18.221.135.142 It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. This is a draw tag that doesnt require any points to dray just apply. This tag is extremely easy to draw for Colorado and takes no preference points. This hunt promises to be an experience of a lifetime. 15. -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. 4 minutes ago. . Here's a map for you, provided by the seasoned hunting guides at A Perfect Hunt. Parts of GMU 65 are easily accessible by road, so hunting pressure near roads is significant. 2X1 $5,000 (per person) 1X1 $7,500. Here is a link to the site: https://ndismaps.nrel.colostate.edu/index.html?app=HuntingAtlas. Phone: 970-361-7511. Dont know the man or his operation, but he was suggested by a couple guys that live in that area. Lush green grass is growing down the draw that feeds the area in front of the blind. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership .