2 of us are planning on Archery elk in CO unit 65 this year. Archery - Unit 65: (over the counter either sex Elk Tags) Muzzleloader - Unit 65 (draw 1-2 pts. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Non-Residents can buy over-the-counter archery elk (either sex) and 2nd/3rd season rifle (bull only) in unit 65. All of these areas are private so elk are continually being pushed into this area from hunting pressure. Additionally, we offer packing services only where the client supplies his own camp and necessities. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Hunting prospects are generally very good. 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. Good luck hunting. Colorado GMU 70. 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.. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! How is the motorized trail system? There are deer and elk licenses left over. Their vast knowledge of the terrain coupled with over 25 years of personal hunting experience, gives them the expertise to provide clients with an EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR SUCCESS! It may not display this or other websites correctly. 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. You can text us at any given moment to either come get you out, pack out your game animal, or alert us to a problem you might be having. GMU 65 is home to various big game, including elk, Mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, making it a prime destination. Colorado Unit 65 archery a.gow56@gmail.com Jul 15, 2019 A a.gow56@gmail.com New member Jul 15, 2019 2 Jul 15, 2019 #1 Hi Everyone! Anyone hunt unit 65 near ridgeway? Looks like we had the same idea. Thats what I have gathered. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! You can purchase a tag online, by phone (1-800-244-5613), or through a licensed agent at Colorado Parks and . This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. Move into the blinds before daylight and leave after dark. 4 minutes ago. 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. Bow Hunting: A 7 Day Hunts $495 (With over-the-counter tags), (August. Coffeepot High Country Outfitters is an equal opportunity employer. You can download your gps hunting maps and information that you could really use while in the wilderness or field where there is no internet and no cell services. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 Performance & security by Cloudflare. The elk will stay in the area if they are not bumped off the property to many times. Book Your Hunt. The Late season has a lot to do with the snow depth. Weather can vary by elevation. J & D Outfitters has exclusive caretaker and hunting rights to over 7,000 acres of private ranches in GMU # 64 and 65, some of which border the Black Canyon National Park. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. These hunts are DIY fully furnished drop camps- $3,250 per person. Elk Unit 65 has 14 available licenses, 11 of them geared towards the Public Land Hunter. This includes packing out your game animal. 8480 6400 Rd, Montrose, CO 81401, United States. The property is at 8,800 and climbs to 9,500, prime elk elevation, yet it is minimal exertion hunt because you will be sitting in the box blinds. However cow creek road became impassible to us after the courthouse trailhead. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Elk Hunting . Its gotten so busy now that its impossible to get away from people. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Thread starter Crossfire64; Start date Sep 2, 2017; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. I plan on coming out in late June or early July to do a little scouting in the unit. I would highly suggest going out a couple days early to scout and acclimate to the elevation. Me and a buddy are planning to hunt 65 this year for first rifle as well. 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. 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. To learn more about units, search a unit or learn about elk hunting units. C. Crossfire64 Active Member. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? Did you draw doffie? 18.221.135.142 It may not display this or other websites correctly. Hey that's where and when my first elk hunt was! -Over the Counter Bull License, 4st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. We're planning backpack hunt. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. 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. Toggle navigation. Personally, I would much rather hunt every year in an OTC unit or second choice unit and every five years in a 5 point unit. This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. I would advise to go where the 4wheelers cant. The longer it stays hot and dry in Colorado, the longer the hikers are out. Think there would be any need to rent or buy tire chains for getting around on the forest roads that are able to be accessed by vehicle? -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. 9703230115 jandrayoutfitters@gmail.com. Im heading there with a buddy and his dad.. His dad has hunted there the last 4 years and has gotten into elk all 4 years with at least one hunter taking a elk.. Be sure to check out the Elk leftover tags or the OTC tags if you're looking to build points, but still want to hunt. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. The area in front of the Salad Bowl box blind has aspen quakies with a shooting land cut out. Hoping to have some time Friday to scout around a bit. They also have a low camp for the late season hunts. Offering backcountry hunts for mule deer, elk, black bear, and bighorn sheep in Western Colorado Unit 65, All of our booking is confirmed by phone - call today to check availability. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. Ready made for the whitetail hunter to use his skills on elk. Messages. Does that sound confusing? The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. I was just wondering some general info.. Is it a good unit?? Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. 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. I guess I should have checked the prime source. Are you planning to do day hunts or backpack in and hunt for multiple days? DRAW ODDS . Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, and Ouray Counties . For elk and deer hunt codes that . Late Rifle: $ 250 for a Cow hunt (December. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. You are using an out of date browser. The elk will stay high until hunting pressure or weather force them down. Thanks Corey May 29, 2020 #2 C conley417 Well Known Rokslider Joined Jan 27, 2020 Messages 234 Not a lot of bugles, busy, steep. The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. Results for the hunting license draw will be available May 31 (elk) and June 1 (deer). There is 1 pond of 3 ponds about 500 yards from the blind. Click to reveal This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. 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. Sep 2, 2017 #1 Ok friends, I've followed this . Wyoming Cow Elk Hunt near good antelope unit, Colorado Unit(s) 6, 16, 161, 171, 17 Combined 4th season deer hunt, FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. As far as hunt code GMU064 and GMU065 are lumped together. Thanks. You will receive a permission card and a cell phone number to call if you have any problems. I have elk hunted in New Mexico before, it's my buddy's first time. I plan on doing my first Colorado elk hunt first rifle this year and was looking for some scouting info. Park there and go straight up the mountain to your left. -Over the Counter Bull License, 3st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. With its abundant wildlife and diverse hunting terrain, GMU 65 in . Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com Bull Tag) Rifle (Unit 65): 1st season (elk only draw no points required!) Offering backcountry hunts for mule deer, elk, black bear, and bighorn sheep in Western Colorado Unit 65 . There are 3 OTC hunts in this unit. Phone: 970-361-7511. 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! Are there alot of elk? Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. I dont know why more people do not hunt this unit. I've been a member for a while but have never posted. We operate camps in two different Game Management Units: 65 and 66. We are currently elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting over 24,000 private acres of prime Elk and Mule Deer habitat. 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.