This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. You must log in or register to reply here. Results for the hunting license draw will be available May 31 (elk) and June 1 (deer). We are going to set our camper up in Ouray and hunt daily in unit 65, second rifle. Thread starter Crossfire64; Start date Sep 2, 2017; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. Isn't that contour line elk trail only used on even number days? C. Crossfire64 Active Member. Box blind ( Salad Bowl) because of the heavy greenery that surrounds it. These hunts will be available at times, but very limited at special treaty. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! Hunting prospects are generally very good. Good luck hunting. You will be hunting Private Land. 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. 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. You are using an out of date browser. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. Probably going to be even busier this year with the changes. 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 . 47% Private, 53% Public, 40% USFS, 10% BLM, 3% State, 16% Wilderness. This is an over the counter Bull license with no points required. Email:roy@jacksonoutfitters.com, This is a 7-day trip with 5 days of hunting. I've been a member for a while but have never posted. 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.. We are planning to backpack as well. This HFA Endorsed Outfitter has been in the outfitting industry since 1995. If you are interested in more information about our Big Game Hunts at Unit 65 contact Roy Jackson today! How much pressure does it get?? All I know is that area will be a shit show this year due to all of the avalanche activity this past winter. Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. 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! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. DESCRIPTION: This HFA Endorsed Outfitter has been in the outfitting industry since 1995. I would advise to go where the 4wheelers cant. The season is a month long and some snow allows you to check for tracks. This hunt is available through a draw only permit for Archery, Black Powder or High Elevation Early Rifle (above 11,000 ft). Dont know the man or his operation, but he was suggested by a couple guys that live in that area. This is a draw license with the application deadline the first week in April; get your reservation in before applying for the license. Don't know where one unit begins and another ends in Colorado? After booking confirmation, mail the signed copy to us or sign, scan, and email it to jandrayoutfitters@gmail.com. I shot a 6 point and tracked for 3 days over 2 miles and never found it. If you arent sure what to pack or have questions take a look at our downloadable gear list above. Good Luck! (DIY) Do it Yourself Hunt on Private land hunt with box blinds for two hunters. J & Ray Outfitters . 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. We are also getting there a few days early to do some additional scouting and get acclimated. Hoping to have some time Friday to scout around a bit. We will pack you, your camp and gear in and out. Coffeepot High Country Outfitters is an equal opportunity employer. We're not around right now. Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. 7 Day Package 5 Days Of Hunting $1,975.00 **GRATUITIES NOT INCLUDED** photo Colorado Elk Hunting Colorado Elk Hunting You may also buy over the counter licenses. Thanks guys! Thats what I have gathered. Its been tough to find info and definitely looks really steep. Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. I drew a first rifle elk tag for unit 64/65 and I have some questions about specific roads and areas of the unit. I know the mountains are huge and conditioning is key. GMU 66 is totally limited which means that you needed to apply for licenses early April. 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. 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. Its gotten so busy now that its impossible to get away from people. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. Additionally, we offer packing services only where the client supplies his own camp and necessities. #1. Two hunters maximum on the property per season, Non-hunting guest no-charge. It may not display this or other websites correctly. JavaScript is disabled. We operate camps in two different Game Management Units: 65 and 66. Click for Terrain Detail. License Application Deadline March 31st with only a few left over licenses after that! Each year, hunters set out to chase elk in one of Colorado's over-the-counter (OTC) elk hunting game management units. Permit Type A; License Valid for Units: 64, 65; Permit Type B; License Valid for Units: 64, 65; private land only, Permit Type A; License Valid for Units: 64, 65; private land only, GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, and Ouray Counties, Toggle between terrain, satellite, and topographic views, The ability to filter OTC units by residency and manner/sex, 1st choice license applications and licenses drawn, Draw odds for resident and nonresident applicants, Harvest stats by hunt_code, manner, season, sex, type, Average # of days between precip or snow event, Probability of other weather events (thunder, hail, etc) by by month. As a rule the private land license is easier to draw. 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 . See the Leftover List. This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Email: roy@jacksonoutfitters.com Go east of Ridgway over Owl Creek Pass. Both the majestic elk and trophy mule deer are legendary to Unit 65 hunting area. If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. It requires 1-2 points to draw a muzzleloader Bull license; it takes no points to draw a muzzleloader cow license. 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. 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. Hoping to have a safe and productive trip. 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 Did you draw doffie? All hunts are five full days of hunting with a day on each in for travel to and from camp. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. 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 . -Either Sex License, 1st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. 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? GMU 65 is an unlimited unit with either sex elk, 2nd and 3rd rifle bull elk licenses available over the counter. The OTC tags are a great option for hunters who did not apply or draw a tag and still want to hunt this fall. Hello all! Are the accessible roads decent that time of year? Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Many of our clients are carrying these now, and they are proving to be one of the most valuable tools for your hunt. Joined. We look forward to speaking with you! Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 681. Hunting Forums. We offer all types of hunting packages as well as summer horse back vacations here in the high country of western Colorado. Is the elk hunting in Colorado unit 65 any good? This is a DIY drop camp hunt, our wranglers will horseback your harvested animal out in quarters from your camp or designated horse trail. ALASKA; . From: kentuckbowhnter 31-Dec-18 sounds like you have done your research, go and learn the unit. 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. However cow creek road became impassible to us after the courthouse trailhead. Give us a call at (970) 209-2628 and well answer any questions you have. Parts of GMU 65 are easily accessible by road, so hunting pressure near roads is significant. 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. GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership . Weather can vary by elevation. I plan on coming out in late June or early July to do a little scouting in the unit. Below is a list of some of the available topography maps of Colorado. 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. -Either Sex License, 2st Rifle Non-Resident requires 0 points to draw. 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 . 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. 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. Me and a buddy are planning to hunt 65 this year for first rifle as well. 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 tag that doesnt require any points to dray just apply. Lush green grass is growing down the draw that feeds the area in front of the blind. 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. All other tags, including everything in GMU 66 is by draw. Your IP: Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! The area in front of the Salad Bowl box blind has aspen quakies with a shooting land cut out. Thanks for the info, really appreciate it. I was just wondering some general info.. Is it a good unit?? 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, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Travel to the high country spending the duration of the hunt in the heart of elk, mule deer and bighorn sheep country. That definitely helped a lot with our plans. PO Box 250 My buddy and his guys usually are about 50% for killing elk and have taken several in the 270-300 range. Non-Residents can buy over-the-counter archery elk (either sex) and 2nd/3rd season rifle (bull only) in unit 65. GMU 65 is home to various big game, including elk, Mule deer, black bear, and mountain lion, making it a prime destination. From: md5252 31-Dec-18 Just another version of "not looking for anyone's honey hole but.." From: JohnMC 31-Dec-18 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. CPW Seeks Input on Wolf Restoration and Management Plan. Outfitters are restricted within each game management unit according to their permitted boundaries. The Late season has a lot to do with the snow depth. 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. Click for Terrain Detail. Most of the trails in 65 are pretty easy to get through in a factory 4x4. Colorado Unit 65 1st rifle season, 1st Elk Hunt . I would highly suggest going out a couple days early to scout and acclimate to the elevation. 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). Bull Tag) Rifle (Unit 65): 1st season (elk only draw no points required!) Looks like we had the same idea. Drop camp, unguided hunters may hunt anywhere, but the outfitter is restricted where he can offer services to you. I bought subs for goHUNT and onx trying to scout and make a plan as best as I can from maps. 15. Good luck to you guys as well. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. Maps of Colorado: Includes local, state and federal government, Colorado counties, political and administrative districts, commercial map sites and GIS related links. . Thanks JT Aug 5, 2013 #2 Alexander4 Phone: 970-361-7511. There is a cement pad on the property to park a camper or trailer or just to pitch a tent. . .300 Weatherby Mag 170 G Hammer Custom Hollow Review help. 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.. Elk muzzle loader and all mule deer seasons are draw tags. Box blind 2 in on a natural travel corridor that the elk use to cross the neighbors fence. I hunted in unit 65 for 2 seasons and have a friend that has hunted there 35 years in a row. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 65 - Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, and Ouray Counties . 25-31) (September. 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. 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. The elk will stay in the area if they are not bumped off the property to many times. Do you like it, MISurveyor? Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. This hunt is restricted to individuals who weigh no more than 240 lbs. 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. This hunt is an extreme hunting experience where we provide two guides per hunter for spotting, meat, trophy care and extraction. They also have a low camp for the late season hunts. 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. 8480 6400 Rd, Montrose, CO 81401, United States. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. good luck. We are currently elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting over 24,000 private acres of prime Elk and Mule Deer habitat. But you can send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap. 6X6 bulls everywhere in this unit. Click on a license name to change graph and access draw tables. Additionally, persons aged 19 - 64 are required to buy a Habitat Stamp for $10 the first Colorado hunting licenses purchased that year. Cedar City, UT 84721 A copy of our contract can be accessed by clicking the button above. 2 of us are planning on Archery elk in CO unit 65 this year. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. This is a 7-day trip with 5 days of hunting. The population is slightly above objective and increasing. JavaScript is disabled. 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. There are deer and elk licenses left over. You need snow and cold to send them home for winter. J & Ray Outfitters is licensed #727, bonded and insured, Authentic Big Game Hunts in Colorado High Country. 16 - 20) this is a draw but no points are required. 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. Pending the results next week we will see. 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. Hopefully that gives us time to locate some elk and get our bodies acclimated to the elevAtion change. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. This is a guided hunt that includes all the amenities. I've been researching since last summer, use toprut and OnX, along with everything the CPW website has to offer (and I am . DRAW ODDS . 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! 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. We offer limited muzzleloader and rifle hunts for elk, deer, and bear on these ranches. For elk and deer hunt codes that . Read about advertising on huntscore here. 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. Click to reveal We do plan on shooting the first legal bulls we see and arent against taking a cow later in the hunt. 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. Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; Hunt Now; Learn more; Stories; Hunting Unit; COLORADO ELK HUNTING MAP. Game packing is available. Yes, take chains that have been tested for fit and function. Elk - Unit 681. UPS has officially stopped shipping guns? They may purchase an over-the-counter license just the same as resident hunters. With his job, this will be the first time we've . 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. 1-7) (September. 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. There is 1 pond of 3 ponds about 500 yards from the blind. Here's a map for you, provided by the seasoned hunting guides at A Perfect Hunt. 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! We still have some availability in our wilderness, pack-in hunts in GMU 66. Do you have any ideas where you might be looking to go specifically? Phone:970-361-7511 It is a pretty steep unit and seems like the decent areas that I e-scouted are spread out pretty good. Once at camp your hunt is by foot only. Time to start scouting like a fiend. Bow Hunting: A 7 Day Hunts $495 (With over-the-counter tags), (August. Thanks Corey May 29, 2020 #2 C conley417 Well Known Rokslider Joined Jan 27, 2020 Messages 234 Not a lot of bugles, busy, steep. There are 3 OTC hunts in this unit. You can go several days and not see a personcan't wait to go back. I dont know why more people do not hunt this unit. The Regulations Brochure can be viewed online and printed. Big game hunting in south western Colorado is a GREAT experience. Deep snow can provide enough obstacles that they dont stay or eat here. E-E-064-P4-R Either Sex-Private Land only. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Otherwise, we will be concentrating on pack-in drop camps and do-it-yourself style packages. 4 minutes ago. I haven't looked at the onX Off road site. This restriction is required for the extreme conditions that may be encountered. . 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. 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. Ive seen a couple posts on other forums suggesting Mike Lawson with Trophy Class Outfitters. Hunting prospects are generally very good. 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. If you are an extreme hunter this is the hunt for you. DRAW ODDS . How is the motorized trail system? We would just use them to get to a good hike in point. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. 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. Not planning on hunting near them. Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 65. Just getting into elk would be a bonus for our first trip. Rifle 2nd combo Elk over the counter (deer draw 2-3pts.) A couple days makes a big difference. Hunting pressure from the neighboring property also pushes them over the fence at time too. Being in excellent health and the best physical shape gives you the best chance to harvest a mature trophy animal. Based on that map many of the trails are 50" or less. Nonresidents apply at the same time and on the same application forms as resident hunters. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! 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 neighbor has 10,000 acres and hunts it quite heavy dispersing elk in all directions. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. I guess I should have checked the prime source. E-E-064-P1-R Either Sex-Private Land only, E-F-065-P5-R Cow Long (October 15- November 30) Season Private Land only. You must log in or register to reply here. **Limited Openings!**. Messages. All of these areas are private so elk are continually being pushed into this area from hunting pressure. 15-23) Select your 7 days. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! 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