I dont recommend shooting an animal past 60 yards with a bow because too much can happen during that split second your arrow is in the air. They know exactly where a call is coming from. Join us as we travel our ranch roads horseback, by pickup truck, on ATV or on foot to check on wildlife, cattle and pasture. good starting in September when resident herds are reached by horse and right through the late rifle hunts when They are very easy to wash and re-use. The following day back your range up by maybe 5-10 yards. Ive hunted units 11,22, and 211 before but never have ventured into the Flat Tops. To receive a bear or mule deer tag you often times need to draw them, at least in Colorado, but you can usually pick them up on the leftover list if you missed the draw or are building points. But dont wait until after the draw to contact us. Easy to "think" you are in the shape you need to be in for something like this. The immediate . Saeed pulled out a cigar in celebration and talk of how he is going to mount the bull begins to be tossed around. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. More than that youll fatigue easier and walking off of the trail with weight and being silent is tougher than you think. Please call pricing. This vast country Be ready to adjust . The best way to capitalize on this is to wake up at 3am and head out for the morning. A mix of cows, calves, small bulls, and one very large bull. Just find an easy to access area that looks good and head out! Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Experienced, expert guides For these reasons, we strongly advise you purchase vacation cancellation insurance through your local provider. I recommend reading David Goggins book, Cant Hurt Me and maybe even bring it with you on your hunt if you need some motivation. A mix of private land, forest service and wilderness area will be hunted. colorado has lots of OTC tags and its the closest elk state and straight shot west on I . In a real life situation youll be lucky to let one arrow fly during the course of the week. There are a couple of units in Colorado that are OTC and are next to trophy quality units (units that take lots of points to draw and are managed for quality). (802) 345-4230 I would venture a guess that under 5% of the units acreage hold 90% of the elk. These are high quality, fully furnished camps and the rate includes game packing and nightly radio checks at night. I have personally camped and hunted many years with great success at Fowler Peak - this is a top notch wilderness camp. Complete ready to hunt from drop camps or pack service using your own equipment are available and can be set They even have come up with 'spraying noxious weeds' so the state and DOW help this private land cause out starting in July. Our wilderness camp elk hunts include five full days of hunting, seven nights of accommodations and meals. Size:235,035 acres Elevation: 7,600 to 12,994 feet Miles of trails: 160 Year designated: 1975 Mule deer hunting is very good with trophy quality bucks in the 28"-30" range taken yearly. Nevertheless, Zach, our camp cook always knows how to raise spirits with his chicken fried chicken, spice cake, and a toasty cook tent. Altitudes range from 7,000 to 13,000 feet. What you as a hunter most likely want is the opportunity to see, hear, and maybe be within range of an elk and have your heart pounding! . I would venture a guess that under 5% of the unit's acreage hold 90% of the elk. The White River is home to the largest elk herd in the world. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Jun 30, 2021 #6 Mighty Mouse WKR Joined Jun 21, 2019 Messages 1,781 Location Oklahoma Access to Budges Wilderness Lodge is by high-clearance 4WD only. is sour taste a physical property. On a tough week, it may be closer to 20%. Costs vary depending on the property and availability of landowner vouchers so call for details. Semi-guided horse pack in tent camp hunt for bull or cow and deer for only $2495 Most of the outfitters in this region bring hunters into the draws that lead into Colorado's Flat Tops Wilderness, GMU025 because it requires less time and effort. Winterhawk is Colorado's premier wilderness outfitter, offering elk hunting, mule deer hunting and fly fishing adventures in the spectacular Flat Tops Wilderness area and White River National Forest. It was a shocker to all of us. Being this will be my 2nd elk hunt ever we are just looking to get out and learn more about this type of hunting and enjoy elk for what they are. With closer inspection, it was indeed the target species of Saeeds hunt, elk. The Flat Tops Wilderness lies within the Routt and White River National Forest and is one of the largest primitive areas in the Rocky Mountains. Most folks are going to be focusing on getting an elk down but a 160 mule at 45 yards is hard to pass up! This may help to dissuade other hunters from going to that unit or part of the unit. My advice is,buy a pref point this year and then go for a first season hunt next year.The elk gets a lot of hunting pressure. Think of it from an elks perspective, who doesnt want to see a fight? If you contact us after the draw, we may not have availability. . In some cases, we will return to the lodge for a simple lunch. Colorado residents can draw with 0-1 point. Unlike drop camps where you have to cart gear and setup a tent only to haul the drop camp back out at the end of your hunt and perhaps ride horseback for three to sixhours to get in and out of the camp,you can hunt right out the door at Wild Skies Flat Tops cabin. The Routt National Forest is over 1.3 million acres in central Colorado west of the Continental Divide and the White River is over 2 million acres. These hunts are fair-chase, but come with the high success rates on shot opportunity and kill. Being in a limited draw unit creates a high quality hunting experience. 300+ is very common. Flat Tops Wilderness CO Drop Camp with River's Bend Outfitters GMU 24: Approximately 90 percent of this unit is public land, primarily the White River National Forest and the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Understanding The Colorado Sheep, Goat and Moose Draw. You must log in or register to reply here. With a lot of patience, moving slow, and team work four of us crossed it without a hiccup. Spend the night in one of our cabins as our packers load your gear for departure the next morning. Phone: (970) 926-0216. Remember anywhere you can get to ,so can everyone else. Colorado High Country Adventures Our wilderness camps are simple yet comfortable, with 16x20 wall tents and wood burning stoves, along with large cots and thick pads. But if you wont be happy unless you go home with an elk, a wilderness hunt may not be for you. The mouth of Spring Cave lies just outside the wilderness boundary in the lower South Fork valley, beckoning the curious to come and explore. If the friendship is improved upon from the hunt youll have memories to last a lifetime even if you dont harvest an animal. From there, we had a fifty yard stretch of loose rock on the hillside that at the time seemed almost impossible to cross without accidentally knocking a rock loose alerting every elk in the area that we were there. the high country of western Colorado, or mule deer, trophy bull elk and in good physical condition to get the most out of these hunts, but we are in the middle of excellent country and My fear was I would pick a trail head and scout it and come season I get there to see its swamped. The balance is due August 1st. If you hiked in you already brought a tent and for the most part living out of your pack for the duration of the hunt. You must log in or register to reply here. Located east of Meeker, Colorado at the edge of the Flat Tops Wilderness, we offer you a quality hunt in the largest elk herd in the country. Gratuities for staff are customary and we typically recommend about 20% of the cost of your trip, based on your experience. In addition to our limited unit hunts, we offer archery hunts in an over-the-counter elk unit. Licenses for both of these rifle seasons are easy to obtain. We can even handle the process for you. I know that my first arrow of the day is not my best shot of the day. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Having under 20lbs in your pack for day hunting is critical. After glassing up a handful of does, a couple of smaller bucks, and a black bear, I planned an easy first day of hunting closer to camp to help adjust to the altitude for Saeed (we had set camp at 10,000 and planned on hunting up to 11,500). The little nooks and crannies are often times what hold elk. Bugling is hands down the sexiest way of calling and can be extremely productive! This part of available. a.) We got to where I thought for sure that big muley was living and sure enough, he wasnt there. With the horses tied up, and saddles loosened Saeed and I were off. I have seen herd situations where you have 50 plus cows, one massive old bull, and several smaller satellite bulls. If its slimy and a greenish color youre hot on their heels, and start focusing on getting the wind right and being quiet. If a bull thinks that the cow is out of sight he will most likely try to circle down wind, and then once he catches her scent walk straight towards her. owner of Budges Wilderness Lodge in the Flat Tops wilderness area. Of course we work extremely hard to give our clients every opportunity. Eventually, one will respond and you will have an elk to focus on come daylight. (Oct 22ndish) Then didnt see but one live cow, and two small small bulls One Live mature 170 ish live deer on that signature danger bound off, and a small buck taken . Soaring interest in Colorado's big-game hunting seasons for animals like deer, elk and bear far outpaces the number of licenses that state wildlife officials have to offer, driving . It can help you locate animals and help you call them in. Explore Rides Unique Horseback Rides Tailored To Your Group In close proximity to Vail, CO, all of our trail rides are custom trips to best fit different ages, group sizes and levels of experience. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. Click here to learn more about how to reserve your spot on a limited draw hunt. Zach put our cold smoked ribeyes on the fire for dinner and heated up the sides as we told the story of the day. If you want to bow hunt elk this year, contact us for details. Though it was still somewhat early to call it a day I knew Saeed and the horses would need all the rest they could get for the following mornings hunt. Inside the Wilderness area boundary, there is no motorized access. Choose to hunt from our cozy main lodge, or a remote wilderness camp. The flatops are pretty high in elevation. If you just made the 1,800 mile trip from the East coast and spent the last 40 miles driving on a dirt road to get where you have been E-scouting and you see another truck, or 5, its hard to not be a little discouraged. Yeah, this sounds like what people say to justify them do awful shit "Serving big game hunters since 1994". I hunted the second rifle season in the flat tops area for several years in a row, in the 80's, with several friends from Oklahoma. Outfitter success is usually opportunities on game and true success is filling out a tag. San Luis Valley and Unit 681 Wilderness Elk: We hunt the mountains in the north end of the San Luis Valley and have elk hunting available on over 50,000 Take a stick and rake the crap out of a sapling with it but be ready! On the flip side, do not overlook easy to access spots. Day 2: After a hearty breakfast at the lodge, we will saddle up, make the ride to your wilderness camp, and get settled in. I ranged an opening at 204 yards that I thought he would come to. supplies or to pack out animals. Our large hunt area and number of camps allows us to increase your chances. I am by no means suggesting that you learn how to make a fire bow, though that would be pretty cool. Also, hold out for a good bull! the elk began their migration north and west to the lower high-country desert wintering areas. But we would never go back again we watched the locals that owned the store.herd the.elk back up the mountain with a jeep and horses Dam shame we told the lady at the store and she said oh thats my boys.If you want to hunt it will cost this much We ran into the same issue in the badlands hunting elk. Spend more time hunting, not traveling. This deposit does not expire and will remain active until you draw the license. In stark contrast to the West Elk's steep and rugged terrain, the Flat Tops pretty much takes after its name sake, with the occasional peak rising 1,000 feet above the high plateau. Elk know the areas that are conducive to their feeding, bedding, traveling, and safety habits. The valleys and relatively gentle land above the cliffs offers over 160 miles of trails. Guided day hunts are also available to those hunters visiting the area who may wish to hunt on their own for an agricultural area (see picture below) and herds of elk move around the valley in search of the best alfalfa The muzzleloader season is in mid-September. Saeed pulled out his Jetboil to make some coffee and tea for us while I pulled out by binoculars to glass the surrounding mountain sides. Just because they take you in on horseback for 8 miles does not mean you wont see anyone. Applying in the draw and gaining preference points is easy! Just do not mess with it. bowhunting elk), OtoPro SoundGear Phantom and Impulse Review, Vortex Razor HD 4000 GB Rangefinder Review, Toric UHD 2.5-15x44mm FFP Hunt Series Riflescope Review, Hunting Big Mule Deer after Mid-October with Cliff Gray. This letter is intended to provide potential and returning clients information about the upcoming hunting season. This one is more for the drop camp hunters than the hunters hiking in. Call around and talk to several outfitters and ask for references. It's not all about fitness either. You will stay in the ranch house and we will drive out to hunt each Hunt Pricing. The Flat Tops are covered up in elk. Your email address will not be published. I have taken 2 elk (my first) and a muley buck and LOVE the area. We camped at the North Fork campground just east of Buford. Then you'll know what access will work. LEARN MORE Our Flat Tops Cabin We will then pack it back to the main lodge on horses or mules. Shouldnt have to venture to far from the trailhead either. Contact. MM slash DD slash YYYY. the ranch is situated along the banks of the legendary White River near the base of the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. Flat Tops Wilderness spans the Routt National Forest and White River National Forest. As i mentioned to the other guy asking the EXACT same thing a few weeks ago. In addition to the options listed above, wed be happy to help plan a trip for any family, group or individual. I use this strategy a lot during non prime hours of the day. Bear Hunting: Yes. However, looking through the binoculars when he shot, the bull didnt seem to react as though he was hit. However, in OTC units there are not as many herd situations as you may think. All of our guests who harvest an animal will go home with a set of these reusable game bags. Here we offer guided and unguided hunts in the Flat Tops Wilderness and adjoining White River National Forest. Check out this great video on survival and fire making. Today we talk with returning guest, Cliff Gray, owner and lead wrangler of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides. FLAT TOPS The second largest wilderness in Colorado is the Flat Tops, with roughly 235,000 acres within its boundaries. Lots of area for those tags to spread out, but still a ton of tags. AJ Brink operates out of Sweetwater lake in area 25,and High Country Guide ( might be Hilltop now) ss two miles up the road. There was only about an hour and a half before dark and we had a long way to go. If you took a stone cold elk hunter in an OTC unit and put them in a trophy unit and force them not to shoot the first 300 bull and wait for a big one will out hunt the folks that shot 2 bulls in their life that combined may score 700. The plan was set! When elk hunting out of our main lodge, youll enjoy cozy log cabin accommodations. Box 907, Hayden, CO 970-276-3812 970-757-3812 8/21-11/15 Day use & drop camps during big game hunting season 12 Baldy Creek, Rough . Its still relatively warm in September and elk are more active when the day is coolest. #3. Its more important when things are slow and you start thinking about quitting. Pretty darn nice setup for . Im not saying carry everything you need for 3 days with you while you day hunt from camp. Colorado has more elk than any other U.S. state or Canadian province. From what I was reading most are draw units and some are OTC. Once you learn the hot spots for elk it gives you a great place to start the following year. At dinner that night, I told the other guides and hunters about the herd of elk we had seen. These ranches are in Unfortunately, weve seen many outfitters over the years that simply drop elk quarters in to dirty mule paniers or leave the hide on for protection. Here at Budges we do our best to respect the animals and maximize the resource. Here at Budges Wilderness lodge, we take the care of wild game meat very seriously. No matter the hunting pressure in the area elk still rut they just do it more in the dark than they do during the day. Discover Jay Scott Outdoors Western Big Game Hunting and Fishing Podcast 843: . Also offers wilderness pack trips. If you havent fly fished before I bet youll catch your first fish on a fly rod in the high country. The early hunts will enable you to hunt elk Book Our Cabins Elk Hunt Colorado with Ripple Creek Lodge Approximately 110 lakes and ponds, often unnamed, dot the country above and below numerous flat-topped cliffs. Budges has more than a dozen permitted camp locations scattered throughout our 150 square mile area. But some of the most beautiful and abundant elk habitat is on the plateau. Adventures. The hunting is Is pack out assistance included in the $500 once season opens? If a hunting trip is cancelled with more than 90-days notice prior to the arrival date, the non-refundable deposit may be credited toward other guests or dates within 12 months of the date of the original reservation, subject to availability. At this point, Saeed went from being calm and collected to a little excited and shaky to say the least. This makes it a good option for hunters who would rather not ride a horse out of the main lodge every day. Everyone has an opinion on what broadhead to shoot. Ive seen a lot of animals killed with a bow and have never seen a broadhead not do exactly what it advertises it does. This is a great strategy if you need to cover ground and still be actively hunting. The hiking is inviting and limitless. While looking at the rams, I caught a flicker of movement on the mountain behind the rams. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Required fields are marked *. https://ndismaps.nrel.colostate.edu/index.html?app=HuntingAtlas, First Rifle Elk in Colorado - Need Advice, Colorado elk units OTC/limited discussion, Florida man going on OTC rifle elk hunt (prev. (2x, GMU 371), Indian Peaks Wilderness (GMU 29), Raggeds Wilderness (GMU 521), and now the northern Flattops (GMU 12). Hunting is spot and stalk and still hunting. Not to be out-matched by the unparalleled fly-fishing, Elk Creek Ranch also offers an abundance of world-class big game hunting opportunities. If you havent heard the bugling activity that you think you should be the easiest thing to do is blame it on the lack of elk. When we got back into camp, Saeed could barely move from all those hours in the saddle. Sable Mountain Outfitters offers quality, personalized horseback trips into the Flat Tops Wilderness and White River National Forest in beautiful Northwestern Colorado near Meeker. Once I locate an animal I get down wind of them as fast as I can before they have a chance to move off. If we get one that's a bonus to me. Your IP: It was too late in the day to make the hike back to the horses and ride what I figured to be around four or five miles to get to the herd. It had been an unusually warm rifle season in the Flat Tops Wilderness, and there was no change in the forecast. Where we hunt. Sure I make a living guiding/outfitting but the proof is in the pudding and drop camp hunter success is usually double to triple that of hunters that completely do it on their own. Please review our hunting locations and let us know what type of hunts Thanks for all the information guys I just need to decide on an area and start the planning. Average costs: There are a million articles out there about getting in elk shape, if you havent read any check this one out: Getting in Elk Shape. Saeed enjoyed the warmth of the fire pit and the bold flavor of his favorite cigars while I unsaddled and helped Zach with some camp chores. Colorado Outfitters License #284, Lone Tom Outfitting 2022 - All rights reserved. The next several hours the four of us gridded the entire bowl and never found any sign of a wounded elk. What makes this area excellent for elk archery hunts is that because we have lots of elk the opportunity to encounter Just realize that chances are you wont be successful your first couple years and youll blow a lot of opportunities. Evan and I were out front with Saeed and Bobby right behind us. . They are professional, experienced back-country woodsmen and know how to handle horses. Didn't connect on either trip. I have a rule of thumb with zero scientific backing to it, but its a 3 to 1 rule. River National Forest east to Trappers Lake and on both north and south sides of the White River. You are welcome to tip these individuals separately, or you can leave a single amount and we can divide it among the crew. Performance & security by Cloudflare. You are using an out of date browser. Saeed had both a bull tag and a buck tag, and I had seen a few elk on the top of the mountain first season and one gigantic muley! They are breathable, durable and offer the absolute best performance for protecting meat in the field. However, you are 1,000 yards away and to not be seen or smelled you need to cover closer to a mile to get to them. The OP might want to read the recent altitude thread. However, that high success rate requires a longer wait. An estimated 40,000 elk are in the area herd. Add a couple chirps into the sequence and you are onto a great start. acres of private land. Its amazing the oxygen difference at 2,000 feet back home in your office and 10,000 feet with a 50 pound pack! Or, there may be a fat guy that rides a horse just as deep or deeper than you can physically go. But remember, you are hunting an OTC unit and over calling can be the difference between killing a bull and never seeing an elk. *** Flat Tops Wilderness Summer Pack Trips and Trail Riding: We offer guests outstanding trail riding into the wilderness on a day basis, or we can arrange for progressive, overnight pack vacations. they again get up and move to feed. Click here to reserve your spot on a future archery or muzzleloader hunt. Contact me so we can plan your drop camp hunting adventure today! Colder weather and the chance of snow can work to the hunters advantage, causing the animals to be more active throughout the day. Our private cabin consists of over 70 acres surrounded on three sides by the Routt National Forest on prime National Forest Land. miles of back country in the White Aug 21, 2012. Arrival Day: Arrive in the afternoon, get settled and relax before dinner. If you are hiking into an area to set up camp it can be tough to drop the weight out of your pack. one or more days. The elk herd in our area is estimated at 42,000 animals. What I mean is that a 100 acre aspen grove may hold 20 elk and the surrounding area for the next 2 miles has a lone bull wondering around. It is also known to be one of the most forgiving terrain that elk inhabit, making it suitable for any hunter to hunt without the vertical terrain elk typically live in. Our hunts are typically guided with a ratio of 2 hunters per guide. The biggest factor when choosing a hunting partner is making sure you have a similar level of physical fitness. Includes: Five full days of guided horseback hunting, six nights lodging and 3 meals daily. Batte Outfitters 8/21-11/15 Guided day hunting 12 Harp Point 601-536-3168 Beaver Creek Outfitters Summer Overnight trips with pack horses Flat Tops Wilderness, Lost Lakes . We offer the finest in Colorado elk hunts, big timberline mule deer, trout fishing and summer horseback vacations. For cancellations made less than 90 days prior to the arrival date, the exact reservation may be transferred to another guest, or the payments received will be forfeited. Prices are per-person, based on double occupancy (2 person minimum per cabin). Required fields are marked *. 218-368-3679, www.huntbeavercreek.com Beaver Springs Better yet have your buddy do it while you are on the look out with an arrow knocked. Wild Skies' Flat Tops cabin is a year round vacation destination with mile of private river frontage and surrounded on three sides by the Routt National Forest which is ideal for snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and horseback riding. We proudly offer horseback riding, elk hunting, wilderness fishing and pack trips in what we feel is the most beautiful place on Earth! North West Colorado Archery Elk Hunt in GMU 231: Access through private land to limited access federal land DIY elk hunt with the largest elk herd in the world (40,000+ animals) This unit has unlimited Over The Counter Tags. Flat Tops Wilderness Elk Hunting: The White River valley east of Meeker and Buford is home to the Flat Tops Wilderness Area of Colorado and the largest elk herd in the United States. But when you get discouraged its best to soak in the little things! Evan and I are telling our hunters to reload and to keep the elk they shot at in their scopes. Instead of spending enough time to be a competitive caller, learn how to make a good sound and not squeak your cow call when under pressure, you are probably good to go. Here at Budges, archery elk hunts are the highlight of our season! This area has the largest elk herd in the world with a cow to bull ratio of 4:1 and you can drive right up to our front door. Already have preference points in Colorado and ready to book? Cloudflare Ray ID: 7b9bde17fa2924c1 Im sure you have your state chosen already but now you have to filter through lots of units. So get on Google Earth and start looking for elk areas. BIG GAME HUNTING Elk Flat Tops Wilderness Co Jamen Mar 21, 2015 Mar 21, 2015 #1 Jamen Well-known member Joined Oct 5, 2013 Messages 590 Location North Dakota My buddy and I are planning an elk hunting trip for not this fall but next 2016 season. There are never any guarantees out here in the wilderness, but our guides will put you in the best possible position for an opportunity. Some callers believe this only works on a herd bull. Saeed and I made it back to camp a couple of hours before sunset. You can have the right plan, but theres no guarantee it will produce! you reserve. Where we were, to the closest elk was 400 yards. Hunters during this season usually experience mild weather - but of course there are never any guarantees when it comes to weather in the high country. Hunters often ask about success rates on our wilderness hunts. Everything will be hung in our on-site meat shed until your departure. The Flat Tops are underlain by thick limestone formations in which water has carved a number of caves. After about an hour of watching the herd, the three rams, and enjoying our hot coffee/tea, the herd slowly disappeared into the timber to bed down. Few people and plenty of animals in the tough to reach spots. When you talk to the references remember that, that is what they are, references! Know what happens to your arrow at 36 yards not just. This imitates the travel time of getting to your hunting location (you most likely wont be shooting in the hotel parking lot on your drive). Licenses are available via land-owner vouchers with liberal Regardless of where you are at the elk will act the same..if it is warm during the day (40 degrees and greater) hunt the dark timber on the north facing slopes as far from the truck as you can get. Theres a lot of stuff you can leave at camp everyday when you head out. Wildlife in the area include elk, mule deer, black bear, big horn sheep, mountain , antelope, and an occasional moose. Essentially, this provides an archery elk hunting experience during the rut, but with a longer-range weapon. . Thank you for stopping by, we look forward to hearing from you! When you are talking to an outfitter and asking questions the honest outfitter that sets true expectations will most likely be the one you are happiest with. Had a couple good hunts, but also had some similar landowner issues on the east side of the flattops. Your email address will not be published. We are thinking the Flat Top Wilderness area. Calling great is awesome, but elk are just like people and they dont all sound the same. Guided Hunting: Our mountain guides are knowledgeable hunters and are very committed to providing you a successful hunt. Any advice appreciated. 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