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! Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Toggle navigation. 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. This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. . Both the majestic elk and trophy mule deer are legendary to Unit 65 hunting area. You will be hunting Private Land. 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? That definitely helped a lot with our plans. Each year, hunters set out to chase elk in one of Colorado's over-the-counter (OTC) elk hunting game management units. Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. Are the accessible roads decent that time of year? Do you like it, MISurveyor? JavaScript is disabled. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. I also drew the unit 65 1st season either sex tag. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. Bow Hunting: A 7 Day Hunts $495 (With over-the-counter tags), (August. 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. Phone: 970-361-7511. You are using an out of date browser. You are using an out of date browser. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. I know we arent expecting to harvest anything just going to have fun and experience the mountain and elk hunting. Just getting into elk would be a bonus for our first trip. I plan on coming out in late June or early July to do a little scouting in the unit. 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. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. 8480 6400 Rd, Montrose, CO 81401, United States. Messages. 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. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. You need snow and cold to send them home for winter. 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. Hoping to have some time Friday to scout around a bit. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a2e3b04cdac2a7e Move into the blinds before daylight and leave after dark. Results for the hunting license draw will be available May 31 (elk) and June 1 (deer). Deer Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, . For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. Time to start scouting like a fiend. Game packing is available. Rifle 2nd combo Elk over the counter (deer draw 2-3pts.) 4 minutes ago. The elk will stay high until hunting pressure or weather force them down. We camped at around 9k and hunted up to 10.5k. 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.. 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. Click on a license name to change graph and access draw tables. GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. You will receive a permission card and a cell phone number to call if you have any problems. 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. Would we be better off taking two quads or one SXS? They offer quality guided elk and mule deer Hunts in Colorado game management unit 76 Unit 76 is one of the units managed by CDOW for older age class trophy animals. We wont have time to get up there to scout until the 2-3 days prior to opening day. Insured and bonded according to Colorado State Law for Outfitters. Maybe in a normal year, I bet the snow will be 90% gone in 2 weeks. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. We would just use them to get to a good hike in point. Hey that's where and when my first elk hunt was! Enter your email address to subscribe to Jackson Outfitters and receive notifications of new information and blog posts by email. These elk are hunted like eastern whitetail to be the most successful. Unit 65 CO Elk savagebowhunter Sep 25, 2019 Sep 25, 2019 #1 savagebowhunter New member Joined Aug 7, 2017 Messages 11 Location Andover, KS My wife and I are going on our first ever Elk hunt this year. We are leaving out Thursday morning for 65. We will pack you, your camp and gear in and out. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Is the elk hunting in Colorado unit 65 any good? Because of the extent of wilderness area in these units, elk find plenty of lush meadows for summer grazing. 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. I would call the Division of Wildlife in Grand Junction 970-255-6100 see if they can help you. J & Ray Outfitters . Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. 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 . Yes, take chains that have been tested for fit and function. The season is a month long and some snow allows you to check for tracks. GMU 65 is home to various big game, including elk, Mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, making it a prime destination. Advertise on HuntScore and reach hunters interested in this hunting unit! Colorado GMU 70. #1. I put in around 14 miles a day and saw plenty of elk. (DIY) Do it Yourself Hunt on Private land hunt with box blinds for two hunters. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. 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. We are both in good physical shape, we work in the Copenhagen fire department. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Although the cow hunts in the other season usually have leftovers this late season is a meat hunt with winter snow and weather providing the hunter with the advantage. 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. We operate camps in two different Game Management Units: 65 and 66. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. . However cow creek road became impassible to us after the courthouse trailhead. Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Hello all! You can go several days and not see a personcan't wait to go back. Drop camp, unguided hunters may hunt anywhere, but the outfitter is restricted where he can offer services to you. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! We do plan on shooting the first legal bulls we see and arent against taking a cow later in the hunt. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. The area in front of the Salad Bowl box blind has aspen quakies with a shooting land cut out. These hunts will be available at times, but very limited at special treaty. Muzzleloader: 7 Day Hunt $995 (September. We are going to set our camper up in Ouray and hunt daily in unit 65, second rifle. Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. I was just wondering some general info.. Is it a good unit?? The blind is about 150 yards from the property fence and is in a great location to catch elk coming through the property as the move as local feeding traffic and as migrating elk passing through the area. 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. From: md5252 31-Dec-18 Just another version of "not looking for anyone's honey hole but.." From: JohnMC 31-Dec-18 4th Rifle Cow $ 250 for a Cow hunt (November. Are you planning to do day hunts or backpack in and hunt for multiple days? See how weather varies by elevation within a unit by selecting an elevation range. 15. A unit may have 80% public land, but a particluar species may only occupy 20% on the entire area. See the Leftover List. They offer quality guided elk and mule deer Hunts in Colorado game management unit 76Unit 76 is one of the units managed by CDOW for older age class trophy animals. Below is a list of some of the available topography maps of Colorado. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Performance & security by Cloudflare. Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; COLORADO ELK HUNTING MAP. Get a free account to view the details! Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. UPS has officially stopped shipping guns? Pending the results next week we will see. Thanks Corey May 29, 2020 #2 C conley417 Well Known Rokslider Joined Jan 27, 2020 Messages 234 Not a lot of bugles, busy, steep. 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. In that way you will get an elk point for next year and a cow elk license for this private land for this year. Two hunters maximum on the property per season, Non-hunting guest no-charge. Additionally, we offer packing services only where the client supplies his own camp and necessities. Success rate as a DIY has been 95% in the last few years for elk. Go east of Ridgway over Owl Creek Pass. ATV are allowed on the property to get elk out but any excess ATV riding jeopardizes the elk passing through for a few days. 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. License Application Deadline March 31st with only a few left over licenses after that! FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. The property is 1 miles long at its widest point and nestles in a critical path for elk traffic. Colorado Unit 65 1st rifle season, 1st Elk Hunt. 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. Lush green grass is growing down the draw that feeds the area in front of the blind. Special use permits issued by the Gunnison National Forest, Uncompahgre National Forest, and Bureau of Land Management Ouray and Gunnison Districts. Coffeepot High Country Outfitters is an equal opportunity employer. Our experienced staff will help make your hunt a successful and enjoyable experience. Colorado Unit 65 1st rifle season, 1st Elk Hunt . We are planning to backpack as well. 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. The longer it stays hot and dry in Colorado, the longer the hikers are out. DRAW ODDS . Elk - Unit 65. 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. We still have some availability in our wilderness, pack-in hunts in GMU 66. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. I shot a 6 point and tracked for 3 days over 2 miles and never found it. 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 . Your IP: Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year. 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). We're planning backpack hunt. The population is slightly above objective and increasing. A copy of our contract can be accessed by clicking the button above. If you want to hunt in this region, snowfall is an indomitable factor, and the superlative time for hunting is generally the 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons in most of the cases. 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. JavaScript is disabled. The cow to bull percentage is roughly 80%-20%. All of these areas are private so elk are continually being pushed into this area from hunting pressure. I dont know why more people do not hunt this unit. 47% Private, 53% Public, 40% USFS, 10% BLM, 3% State, 16% Wilderness. Ready made for the whitetail hunter to use his skills on elk. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. 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. 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. We look forward to speaking with you! DRAW ODDS . It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. If the snow level is low enough and they realize that this has not been grazed they are there. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or Rifle. How is the motorized trail system? Hey guys was looking for a bit of info on Unit 65 in Colorado. 9703230115 jandrayoutfitters@gmail.com. There is 1 pond of 3 ponds about 500 yards from the blind. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. Read about advertising on huntscore here. Thanks for the info, really appreciate it. These hunts are DIY fully furnished drop camps- $3,250 per person. Thread starter Crossfire64; Start date Sep 2, 2017; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. 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. You must log in or register to reply here. Does that sound confusing? Hunting Forums. -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. This is a draw tag that doesnt require any points to dray just apply. You must log in or register to reply here. Me and a buddy are planning to hunt 65 this year for first rifle as well. The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed. I would highly suggest going out a couple days early to scout and acclimate to the elevation. Bull Tag) Rifle (Unit 65): 1st season (elk only draw no points required!) I bought subs for goHUNT and onx trying to scout and make a plan as best as I can from maps. We strongly urge our guests to look into the new Garmin InReach satellite text only GPS device. Are there alot of elk? Hunting pressure from the neighboring property also pushes them over the fence at time too. To learn more about units, search a unit or learn about elk hunting units. Hoping to have a safe and productive trip. 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! This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. You are using an out of date browser. There are deer and elk licenses left over. Thanks JT Aug 5, 2013 #2 Alexander4 Hunting prospects are generally very good. WW do you mind if I send you a PM? Maps of Colorado: Includes local, state and federal government, Colorado counties, political and administrative districts, commercial map sites and GIS related links. Thats what I have gathered. 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! Unit 65.is always over crowded and no elk. Offering backcountry hunts for mule deer, elk, black bear, and bighorn sheep in Western Colorado Unit 65 . All I know is that area will be a shit show this year due to all of the avalanche activity this past winter. We are also getting there a few days early to do some additional scouting and get acclimated. Elk - Unit 681. Dont know the man or his operation, but he was suggested by a couple guys that live in that area. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Hopefully that gives us time to locate some elk and get our bodies acclimated to the elevAtion change. C. Crossfire64 Active Member. Although the deadline is over, there is still a chance to obtain licenses. We offer limited muzzleloader and rifle hunts for elk, deer, and bear on these ranches. Elk Unit 65 has 14 available licenses, 11 of them geared towards the Public Land Hunter. Looks 4 wheelers again this year. CPW Seeks Input on Wolf Restoration and Management Plan. Or contact us for specific details and availability. Chances are good that if there are bulls there are cows, and if there arent bulls there are still cows. The elk will stay in the area if they are not bumped off the property to many times. Most of the trails in 65 are pretty easy to get through in a factory 4x4. GMU 65 is an unlimited unit with either sex elk, 2nd and 3rd rifle bull elk licenses available over the counter. The nearest public hunting BLM land is 30 miles away and they know it is a safety zone and stay in there all through the seasons. ALASKA; . This hunt is restricted to individuals who weigh no more than 240 lbs. There is a cement pad on the property to park a camper or trailer or just to pitch a tent. Sep 2, 2017 #1 Ok friends, I've followed this . In the off years, hunt OTC units, units you can draw as second choice, or tags from the leftover list. 6X6 bulls everywhere in this unit. 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 . Phone:970-361-7511 A friend and I are heading to the Ouray area to hunt elk the last 10 days of archery season this fall. Nonresidents apply at the same time and on the same application forms as resident hunters. E-E-064-P4-R Either Sex-Private Land only. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. Once I get the qualifications to pm I will message you. Not a lot of bugles, busy, steep. Many hunters know about the high success rate during this season so this late season licenses for this area always draw out. Joined Dec 17, 2014 Messages 41. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Sun Lakes, AZ. With his job, this will be the first time we've . If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. We're not around right now. JavaScript is disabled. -Either Sex License, Muzzleloader Non-Resident requires 1 point to draw. . Here's a map for you, provided by the seasoned hunting guides at A Perfect Hunt. Call now to book your 2023 big game hunting adventure! It is a pretty steep unit and seems like the decent areas that I e-scouted are spread out pretty good. The neighbor has 10,000 acres and hunts it quite heavy dispersing elk in all directions. It used to be a pretty good unit. Please visit our Hunts Page to learn more about our guided elk hunts. 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. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. CC charge just showed up pending for me! Cedar City, UT 84721 Outfitters are restricted within each game management unit according to their permitted boundaries. This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. PO Box 250 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. Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 681. Hunters must be willing to walk well away from roads if they expect to be successful. **Limited Openings!**. .300 Weatherby Mag 170 G Hammer Custom Hollow Review help. The earliest seasons have the most traffic but there is a local herd that many times will stay there all year. I've been researching since last summer, use toprut and OnX, along with everything the CPW website has to offer (and I am . Good Luck! It may not display this or other websites correctly. Box blind 2 in on a natural travel corridor that the elk use to cross the neighbors fence. Based on that map many of the trails are 50" or less. ALASKA; BISON; BLACK BEAR; BROWN BEAR; CARIBOU; DALL SHEEP; ELK; MOOSE; . My buddy and his guys usually are about 50% for killing elk and have taken several in the 270-300 range. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. 18.221.135.142 It may not display this or other websites correctly. But you can send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap. 15-23) Select your 7 days. If you arent sure what to pack or have questions take a look at our downloadable gear list above. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! Hello, My son is stationed in the Coast Guard in NC and is a Colorado Resident. 1 - 31) this is a draw but no points are required. We offer all types of hunting packages as well as summer horse back vacations here in the high country of western Colorado. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* Overall unit size: US Forest Service: This is a guided hunt that includes all the amenities. And that 20% species distribution may lie 100% within private lands. 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. 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! Elk . 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. -Over the Counter Bull License, 4st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. 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. There are 3 OTC hunts in this unit. How much pressure does it get?? Use Our Convenient Contact Form Click Here. I have elk hunted in New Mexico before, it's my buddy's first time. This includes packing out your game animal. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle (above 11,000 ft). 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. Are you an outfitter, hunting guide, game processor or local hotel? 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.

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