Big Blue Wilderness is a non-motorized public access area. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. 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. 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. -Over the Counter Bull License, 4st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. It requires 1-2 points to draw a muzzleloader Bull license; it takes no points to draw a muzzleloader cow license. They also have a low camp for the late season hunts. DRAW ODDS . Hello, My son is stationed in the Coast Guard in NC and is a Colorado Resident. This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. . Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Or contact us for specific details and availability. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. The Late season has a lot to do with the snow depth. Hey that's where and when my first elk hunt was! This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle (above 11,000 ft). Phone: 970-361-7511 Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Thanks for the info, really appreciate it. If the snow level is low enough and they realize that this has not been grazed they are there. Good luck hunting. 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. 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.. If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. 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. Located east of Montrose on Highway 50 then 8 miles south of the town/post Office of Cimarron, Colorado it is located in GMU 065. See the Leftover List. 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 . Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! You must log in or register to reply here. If you arent sure what to pack or have questions take a look at our downloadable gear list above. GMU 65 is home to various big game, including elk, Mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, making it a prime destination. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! As far as hunt code GMU064 and GMU065 are lumped together. Unit 65 covers a vast area of over 300,000 acres, offering a variety of terrain, from rugged mountains to high alpine meadows and dense forests. 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! Below is a list of some of the available topography maps of Colorado. Are you an outfitter, hunting guide, game processor or local hotel? -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. Additionally, we offer packing services only where the client supplies his own camp and necessities. Thread . Messages. Still have questions? Its been tough to find info and definitely looks really steep. This is a guided hunt that includes all the amenities. I have elk hunted in New Mexico before, it's my buddy's first time. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or Rifle. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. I also drew the unit 65 1st season either sex tag. Thats what I have gathered. I plan on doing my first Colorado elk hunt first rifle this year and was looking for some scouting info. 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. Deep snow can provide enough obstacles that they dont stay or eat here. We would just use them to get to a good hike in point. We do plan on shooting the first legal bulls we see and arent against taking a cow later in the hunt. I've been a member for a while but have never posted. Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com Give us a call at (970) 209-2628 and well answer any questions you have. To learn more about units, search a unit or learn about elk hunting units. In the off years, hunt OTC units, units you can draw as second choice, or tags from the leftover list. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. The Elk herd in this region is resident to the area and many of the animals from this region are listed in both the Boone / Crockett and Pope / Young record books. First time ever elk hunting and going out of state hunting. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. As a rule the private land license is easier to draw. And that 20% species distribution may lie 100% within private lands. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. Lush green grass is growing down the draw that feeds the area in front of the blind. With his job, this will be the first time we've . Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com. Click on a license name to change graph and access draw tables. 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 DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. I'm doing the legwork for him and we're looking for a trustworthy outfitter for a quality hunt in Unit 40. Hunters must be willing to walk well away from roads if they expect to be successful. 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 Click for Terrain Detail. Did you draw doffie? 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. Because of the extent of wilderness area in these units, elk find plenty of lush meadows for summer grazing. Pretty similar plan as above for us. -Either Sex License, Muzzleloader Non-Resident requires 1 point to draw. Book Your Hunt. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. We are both in good physical shape, we work in the Copenhagen fire department. Many times the wind will blow the snow off in areas and even though they can dig down through the snow to find the grass it requires more energy consumption so the places that the wind blows the snow off are a better bet. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. 6X6 bulls everywhere in this unit. 303-297-1192 and mailing address is 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year. Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. 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. Insured and bonded according to Colorado State Law for Outfitters. Phone:970-361-7511 Otherwise, we will be concentrating on pack-in drop camps and do-it-yourself style packages. A copy of our contract can be accessed by clicking the button above. .300 Weatherby Mag 170 G Hammer Custom Hollow Review help. We wont have time to get up there to scout until the 2-3 days prior to opening day. Hunting Forums. Both the majestic elk and trophy mule deer are legendary to Unit 65 hunting area. 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. 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. C. Crossfire64 Active Member. Bow Hunting: A 7 Day Hunts $495 (With over-the-counter tags), (August. A unit may have 80% public land, but a particluar species may only occupy 20% on the entire area. 16 - 20) this is a draw but no points are required. Maps of Colorado: Includes local, state and federal government, Colorado counties, political and administrative districts, commercial map sites and GIS related links. 2 of us are planning on Archery elk in CO unit 65 this year. We camped at around 9k and hunted up to 10.5k. In that way you will get an elk point for next year and a cow elk license for this private land for this year. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership . Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? Not planning on hunting near them. For elk and deer hunt codes that . It may not display this or other websites correctly. 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. 1-7) (September. Here's a map for you, provided by the seasoned hunting guides at A Perfect Hunt. The OTC tags are a great option for hunters who did not apply or draw a tag and still want to hunt this fall. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! PO Box 250 Success rate as a DIY has been 95% in the last few years for elk. Is the elk hunting in Colorado unit 65 any good? Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. This hunt is restricted to individuals who weigh no more than 240 lbs. Hunting pressure from the neighboring property also pushes them over the fence at time too. Results for the hunting license draw will be available May 31 (elk) and June 1 (deer). GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* Overall unit size: US Forest Service: Maybe in a normal year, I bet the snow will be 90% gone in 2 weeks. 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. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. Our experienced staff will help make your hunt a successful and enjoyable experience. JavaScript is disabled. 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. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Hunting prospects are . Joined Dec 17, 2014 Messages 41. UPS has officially stopped shipping guns? This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. Do you like it, MISurveyor? Elk - Unit 681. There are local and migrating elk in the area. Travel to the high country spending the duration of the hunt in the heart of elk, mule deer and bighorn sheep country. Toggle navigation. I haven't looked at the onX Off road site. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. Looks like we had the same idea. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. 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. Outfitters are restricted within each game management unit according to their permitted boundaries. Once I get the qualifications to pm I will message you. 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 know we arent expecting to harvest anything just going to have fun and experience the mountain and elk hunting. Bull Tag) Rifle (Unit 65): 1st season (elk only draw no points required!) Thanks. DRAW ODDS . You will be hunting Private Land. We're not around right now. **Limited Openings!**. 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 operate camps in two different Game Management Units: 65 and 66. 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. Does that sound confusing? These hunts will be available at times, but very limited at special treaty. Game packing is available. See if you can PM me and I'll relay info I find when I head out to scout this summer. The trip starts by horseback to a remote fully furnished camp in wilderness. ALASKA; . Performance & security by Cloudflare. I know the mountains are huge and conditioning is key. 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. Would we be better off taking two quads or one SXS? Non-Residents can buy over-the-counter archery elk (either sex) and 2nd/3rd season rifle (bull only) in unit 65. #1. Isn't that contour line elk trail only used on even number days? 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. We are currently elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting over 24,000 private acres of prime Elk and Mule Deer habitat. We are also getting there a few days early to do some additional scouting and get acclimated. Use Our Convenient Contact Form Click Here. There is a cement pad on the property to park a camper or trailer or just to pitch a tent. I put in around 14 miles a day and saw plenty of elk. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Box blind 2 in on a natural travel corridor that the elk use to cross the neighbors fence. Hoping to have a safe and productive trip. 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. Hunting the Big Blue Wilderness is vast terrain of scrub oak, aspen, spruce and lodgepole pine climbing the ridges, creek valleys and rocky outcrops. 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. ALASKA; BISON; BLACK BEAR; BROWN BEAR; CARIBOU; DALL SHEEP; ELK; MOOSE; . If you take a look at the CPW Hunt Atlas, you can turn on a map layer that shows the motor vehicle usage for the area. 9703230115 jandrayoutfitters@gmail.com. Thanks guys! Many of our clients are carrying these now, and they are proving to be one of the most valuable tools for your hunt. We're planning backpack hunt. However cow creek road became impassible to us after the courthouse trailhead. This is an over the counter Bull license with no points required. Although the deadline is over, there is still a chance to obtain licenses. 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. Our hunting operation is conducted in game management units (GMU) 65 and 66. Toggle navigation. Enter your email address to subscribe to Jackson Outfitters and receive notifications of new information and blog posts by email. I hunted in unit 65 for 2 seasons and have a friend that has hunted there 35 years in a row. We offer limited muzzleloader and rifle hunts for elk, deer, and bear on these ranches. Hey guys was looking for a bit of info on Unit 65 in Colorado. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. After you go over the pass, stay on the main road until you see a sign that says Turrent Ridge. GMU 65 still offers archery elk hunting, second and third season rifle licenses for bull elk over the counter. Unit 65 intersects to Gunnison, Montrose, also Hinsdale provinces. (DIY) Do it Yourself Hunt on Private land hunt with box blinds for two hunters. Anyone hunt unit 65 near ridgeway? Late Rifle: $ 250 for a Cow hunt (December. 15. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. I'm looking forward to a great leaning experience and great time over all (elk or no elk). 15-23) Select your 7 days. . Many hunters know about the high success rate during this season so this late season licenses for this area always draw out. The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed. We look forward to speaking with you! 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. This includes packing out your game animal. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. 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. How is the motorized trail system? Are you planning to do day hunts or backpack in and hunt for multiple days? If you are interested in more information about our Big Game Hunts at Unit 65 contact Roy Jackson today!