Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 65. 10 - 18) (This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. Please visit our Hunts Page to learn more about our guided elk hunts. U.S. Forest Service: Information and maps, Colorado Bureau of Land Management: Information and maps, Click for more big game hunting links and Colorado hunting information, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. I have nothing to offer you on 65 or any other CO unit for that matter, but I wish you the best of luck on your hunt. WW do you mind if I send you a PM? Special use permits issued by the Gunnison National Forest, Uncompahgre National Forest, and Bureau of Land Management Ouray and Gunnison Districts. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. Box blind 2 in on a natural travel corridor that the elk use to cross the neighbors fence. As a rule the private land license is easier to draw. If you're a nonresident hunter with at least 23 preference points, or a Colorado resident with at least 10 points, give Adam a call at 208-691-3014 and we'd be happy to explain those options. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. Hunting prospects are generally very good. You are using an out of date browser. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. We offer all types of hunting packages as well as summer horse back vacations here in the high country of western Colorado. With its abundant wildlife and diverse hunting terrain, GMU 65 in . He has enough Elk Preference points to draw a Unit 40 First Rifle Season tag. 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. Success rate as a DIY has been 95% in the last few years for elk. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. Toggle navigation. Cedar City, UT 84721 Non-Residents can buy over-the-counter archery elk (either sex) and 2nd/3rd season rifle (bull only) in unit 65. I guess I should have checked the prime source. You need snow and cold to send them home for winter. Its been tough to find info and definitely looks really steep. Elk . If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Are you planning to do day hunts or backpack in and hunt for multiple days? 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. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. CC charge just showed up pending for me! Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. Late Rifle: $ 250 for a Cow hunt (December. PO Box 250 I've been a member for a while but have never posted. Thank you for visiting our site If you are new to us, please feel free to browse through our information and give us a call or email with any questions you may have. Many hunters know about the high success rate during this season so this late season licenses for this area always draw out. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. Elk Unit 65 has 14 available licenses, 11 of them geared towards the Public Land Hunter. I put in around 14 miles a day and saw plenty of elk. 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. JavaScript is disabled. Additionally, we offer packing services only where the client supplies his own camp and necessities. We are going to set our camper up in Ouray and hunt daily in unit 65, second rifle. It is a pretty steep unit and seems like the decent areas that I e-scouted are spread out pretty good. The OTC tags are a great option for hunters who did not apply or draw a tag and still want to hunt this fall. Once I get the qualifications to pm I will message you. 4th Rifle Cow $ 250 for a Cow hunt (November. 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.. You may also buy over the counter licenses. Below is a list of some of the available topography maps of Colorado. I plan on doing my first Colorado elk hunt first rifle this year and was looking for some scouting info. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. 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. The earliest seasons have the most traffic but there is a local herd that many times will stay there all year. See the Leftover List. It may not display this or other websites correctly. -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. Joined. Do you have any ideas where you might be looking to go specifically? Pending the results next week we will see. Thanks JT Aug 5, 2013 #2 Alexander4 ALASKA; . (DIY) Do it Yourself Hunt on Private land hunt with box blinds for two hunters. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? DRAW ODDS . Are the accessible roads decent that time of year? Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! GMU 65 is an unlimited unit with either sex elk, 2nd and 3rd rifle bull elk licenses available over the counter. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. If you arent sure what to pack or have questions take a look at our downloadable gear list above. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. There is a cement pad on the property to park a camper or trailer or just to pitch a tent. This includes packing out your game animal. All of these areas are private so elk are continually being pushed into this area from hunting pressure. cow creek was flowing pretty good when we were there a few years back, but we were able to drive over it in a stock SUV. Good Luck! We look forward to speaking with you! #1. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Contact US All of our booking is confirmed by phone - call today to check availability . Dont know the man or his operation, but he was suggested by a couple guys that live in that area. Click on a license name to change graph and access draw tables. Messages. Limited Mule Deer Unit 65 Archery Deer - By application -typically draws with 1 point Muzzleloader Deer - By application - typically draws with 5 points Early Rifle Deer - By application - typically draws with 10 points Horseback Pack-in (3.5 hour ride) Elevations range from 11,000 ft to 13,500 ft Accommodates 2 to 4 hunters 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! Parts of GMU 65 are easily accessible by road, so hunting pressure near roads is significant. Time to start scouting like a fiend. Game packing is available. The property is 1 miles long at its widest point and nestles in a critical path for elk traffic. 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. The neighbor has 10,000 acres and hunts it quite heavy dispersing elk in all directions. I would highly suggest going out a couple days early to scout and acclimate to the elevation. Unit 65 Archery Elk - Over-the-counter (either sex) Muzzleloader Elk - By application - typically draws with 2 points 1st Rifle Elk - By application - typically draws with no points (either sex) 2nd Rifle Elk - Over-the-counter Horseback Pack-in (3 hour ride) Elevations range from 10,000 ft to 13,000 ft Accommodates 2 to 6 hunters This HFA Endorsed Outfitter has been in the outfitting industry since 1995. Thanks Corey May 29, 2020 #2 C conley417 Well Known Rokslider Joined Jan 27, 2020 Messages 234 Not a lot of bugles, busy, steep. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Here's a map for you, provided by the seasoned hunting guides at A Perfect Hunt. GMU 65 is home to various big game, including elk, Mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, making it a prime destination. How is the motorized trail system? 15-23) Select your 7 days. A friend and I are heading to the Ouray area to hunt elk the last 10 days of archery season this fall. This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. The Late season has a lot to do with the snow depth. ALASKA; BISON; BLACK BEAR; BROWN BEAR; CARIBOU; DALL SHEEP; ELK; MOOSE; . Unit 65 intersects to Gunnison, Montrose, also Hinsdale provinces. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Hello, My son is stationed in the Coast Guard in NC and is a Colorado Resident. 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. This is a 7-day trip with 5 days of hunting. Get a free account to view the details! The elk will stay high until hunting pressure or weather force them down. Hey that's where and when my first elk hunt was! Based on that map many of the trails are 50" or less. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. 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. Thanks guys! 6X6 bulls everywhere in this unit. Give us a call anytime, J & Ray Outfitters is an equal opportunity provider/employer operating under a special use permit on the Uncompahgre National Forest. I'm looking forward to a great leaning experience and great time over all (elk or no elk). 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 We strongly urge our guests to look into the new Garmin InReach satellite text only GPS device. Not planning on hunting near them. We do plan on shooting the first legal bulls we see and arent against taking a cow later in the hunt. They also have a low camp for the late season hunts. If the snow level is low enough and they realize that this has not been grazed they are there. The population is slightly above objective and increasing. I'm doing the legwork for him and we're looking for a trustworthy outfitter for a quality hunt in Unit 40. In the off years, hunt OTC units, units you can draw as second choice, or tags from the leftover list. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. There is 1 pond of 3 ponds about 500 yards from the blind. Phone: 970-361-7511. I also drew the unit 65 1st season either sex tag. Although the deadline is over, there is still a chance to obtain licenses. . We wont have time to get up there to scout until the 2-3 days prior to opening day. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Rifle 2nd combo Elk over the counter (deer draw 2-3pts.) Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. 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? Park there and go straight up the mountain to your left. I shot a 6 point and tracked for 3 days over 2 miles and never found it. Because of the extent of wilderness area in these units, elk find plenty of lush meadows for summer grazing. Hunting the Big Blue Wilderness is vast terrain of scrub oak, aspen, spruce and lodgepole pine climbing the ridges, creek valleys and rocky outcrops. JavaScript is disabled. 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). All I know is that area will be a shit show this year due to all of the avalanche activity this past winter. I plan on coming out in late June or early July to do a little scouting in the unit. Ive seen a couple posts on other forums suggesting Mike Lawson with Trophy Class Outfitters. 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. Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year. 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. 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 . I would call the Division of Wildlife in Grand Junction 970-255-6100 see if they can help you. 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. 2X1 $5,000 (per person) 1X1 $7,500. Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. Is the elk hunting in Colorado unit 65 any good? GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. You can go several days and not see a personcan't wait to go back. Enter your email address to subscribe to Jackson Outfitters and receive notifications of new information and blog posts by email. I was just wondering some general info.. Is it a good unit?? We're not around right now. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Anyone hunt unit 65 near ridgeway? This hunt is restricted to individuals who weigh no more than 240 lbs. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle (above 11,000 ft). See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! First time ever elk hunting and going out of state hunting. I dont know why more people do not hunt this unit. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Travel to the high country spending the duration of the hunt in the heart of elk, mule deer and bighorn sheep country. Phone: 970-361-7511 JavaScript is disabled. Read about advertising on huntscore here. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. DRAW ODDS . This is a guided hunt that includes all the amenities. 16 - 20) this is a draw but no points are required. 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. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Probably going to be even busier this year with the changes. 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. A unit may have 80% public land, but a particluar species may only occupy 20% on the entire area. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 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. Hunting prospects are generally very good. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. Maybe in a normal year, I bet the snow will be 90% gone in 2 weeks. Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, and Ouray Counties . Hoping to have some time Friday to scout around a bit. Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. -Either Sex License, 2st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. Please check either with your outfitter, or the Forest district you will be hunting in to determine which outfitter is permitted to operate within your chosen area. Hoping to have a safe and productive trip. These hunts will be available at times, but very limited at special treaty. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. You must log in or register to reply here. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You are using an out of date browser. The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed. Use Our Convenient Contact Form Click Here. I bought subs for goHUNT and onx trying to scout and make a plan as best as I can from maps. Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; COLORADO ELK HUNTING MAP. This is an over the counter Bull license with no points required. 4 minutes ago. Deer Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, . 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. Click to reveal Do you like it, MISurveyor? Big game hunting in south western Colorado is a GREAT experience. We are leaving out Thursday morning for 65. The season is a month long and some snow allows you to check for tracks. Its gotten so busy now that its impossible to get away from people. -Over the Counter Bull License, 4st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. We would just use them to get to a good hike in point. 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. Phone: 970-361-7511 Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. We will pack you, your camp and gear in and out. This tag is extremely easy to draw for Colorado and takes no preference points. Are there alot of 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. 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. Lush green grass is growing down the draw that feeds the area in front of the blind. 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. Still have questions? Archery - Unit 65: (over the counter either sex Elk Tags) Muzzleloader - Unit 65 (draw 1-2 pts. Looks 4 wheelers again this year. To learn more about units, search a unit or learn about elk hunting units. 1 - 31) this is a draw but no points are required. Hunting prospects are . From: kentuckbowhnter 31-Dec-18 sounds like you have done your research, go and learn the unit. Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com. 47% Private, 53% Public, 40% USFS, 10% BLM, 3% State, 16% Wilderness. As far as hunt code GMU064 and GMU065 are lumped together. The link to the Colorado Game & Fish web page is: http://wildlife.state.co.us/, 303-297-1192 and mailing address is 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, {BreezingForms:Hunt_Special_Information_Request_Form}, Horn and Fin Hunting and Fishing Guide Reviews 2021, Colorado DIY ELK hunt on private land GMU 64, 65, Where are the Successful Low Cost DIY/Semi-Guided Private Land Mule Deer Hunts in Colorado. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or Rifle. See if you can PM me and I'll relay info I find when I head out to scout this summer. This 320 acres is in a prime location, you could have the whole mountain and this would still be the most successful area to hunt. Your IP: My buddy and his guys usually are about 50% for killing elk and have taken several in the 270-300 range. There is also an on-line hunter Safety Class available. We are currently elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting over 24,000 private acres of prime Elk and Mule Deer habitat. Hunting Forums. I know we arent expecting to harvest anything just going to have fun and experience the mountain and elk hunting. 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. All hunts are five full days of hunting with a day on each in for travel to and from camp. It requires 1-2 points to draw a muzzleloader Bull license; it takes no points to draw a muzzleloader cow license. J & Ray Outfitters . Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Email:roy@jacksonoutfitters.com, This is a 7-day trip with 5 days of hunting. 18.221.135.142 You will be hunting Private Land. We are also getting there a few days early to do some additional scouting and get acclimated. Yes, take chains that have been tested for fit and function. C. Crossfire64 Active Member. Most of the trails in 65 are pretty easy to get through in a factory 4x4. You are using an out of date browser. However cow creek road became impassible to us after the courthouse trailhead. This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. Sun Lakes, AZ. We have recently added some BLM permits to further enhance our fully guided hunts When you want a quality Colorado hunting experience consider Silver Spur Outfitters. . Maps of Colorado: Includes local, state and federal government, Colorado counties, political and administrative districts, commercial map sites and GIS related links. Did you draw doffie? Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. Elk Hunting . 15. This hunt is restricted to individuals who weigh no more than 240 lbs. Toggle navigation. Go east of Ridgway over Owl Creek Pass. For elk and deer hunt codes that . The elk will stay in the area if they are not bumped off the property to many times. Unit 65.is always over crowded and no elk. Colorado License Drawing Statics for this area, GMU064 and GMU065 are combined into one unit for license drawings, Archery Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. A couple days makes a big difference. UPS has officially stopped shipping guns? Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. A copy of our contract can be accessed by clicking the button above. 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. 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. Don't know where one unit begins and another ends in Colorado? There are 3 OTC hunts in this unit. Give us a call at (970) 209-2628 and well answer any questions you have. JavaScript is disabled. Colorado GMU 70. The cow to bull percentage is roughly 80%-20%. Does that sound confusing? I've been researching since last summer, use toprut and OnX, along with everything the CPW website has to offer (and I am . Otherwise, we will be concentrating on pack-in drop camps and do-it-yourself style packages. Colorado Unit 65 1st rifle season, 1st Elk Hunt . This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. 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. How much pressure does it get?? I have elk hunted in New Mexico before, it's my buddy's first time. 25-31) (September. This unit is practicing a boost in elk inhabitants. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. We offer limited muzzleloader and rifle hunts for elk, deer, and bear on these ranches. This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. It used to be a pretty good unit. Isn't that contour line elk trail only used on even number days? 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.