Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! With more than two hundred fifty-thousand elks surrounded by its boundaries, Colorado is residence to more or less 40% of the animals inhabitants in the USA. 6 0 obj 2,110 Sq. Elevation Variances: 5,300 ft. to 8,900 ft. Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate, Land Coverage/Vegetation: 45% shrub/scrub, 41% evergreen forest, 10% deciduous forest, 2% pasture/hay and 2% barren land (rock/sand/clay), Unit 22 Boundaries: (Rio Blanco, Garfield County Colorado) bounded on North by White River; on East by Colorado 13/789; on South by White River- Colorado River Divide; on West by Rio Blanco County Roads 26 and 103, Monument Gulch Road, Colorado 64 and Monument Gulch. Get a free account to view the details! This 1st season is with your hi-power rifle, which is a big advantage over the primitive weapon season. CPW issues hunting and fishing licenses, conducts research to improve wildlife management activities, protects high priority wildlife . Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! For a similar motive, the region can create reduced opportunities for archery hunting. Unit 22 has been described as a very tough unit to maneuver through if you are not in shape. Homes similar to 72 Meadow Creek Ln Unit F203 are listed between $400K to $400K at an average of $190 per square foot. When looking at OTC archery elk opportunities you'll see there are a total of 122 units, but if you dig a little deeper, a bunch of them are on the eastern plains which is mainly private lands. There is also an on-line hunter Safety Class available. There is a substantial amount of hunting pressure in this unit due to the availability of OTC elk tags and this will need to be considered when planning a later season hunt as the deer will feel pressured and move into thicker timber and they will be harder to find. Colorado Unit 21 Elk. You must log in or register to reply here. Trophy Mule deer are harvested from this unit every single year with the average quality averaging between 150 and 170 and the trophy potential measuring 180 and up. Apr 12, 2020 #9 OP T Timberhorn FNG Joined Apr 5, 2018 Messages 40 Makes sense! Bear (Add-on) Archery and Muzzleloader Add-On Bear licenses are available in unlimited numbers. Colorado. A unit may have 80% public land, but a particluar species may only occupy 20% on the entire area. Archery/ Muzzle Loader, Seven day combination Deer/Elk $1,645, Rifle 1st season Oct. 16-20, five day Elk ONLY $1,995, Rifle 2nd season Oct. 23-27, five day combination Deer/Elk $1,845, Rifle 3rd season Nov. 6-10, five day combination Deer/Elk $1,845, Rifle 4th season Nov. 17-21, five day combination Deer/Elk $1,495. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! We sincerely care about your hunt and want you to be totally satisfied with us. The whole harvest in unit 22 was almost 84 in the year 2015. Also, any opinions on if it's worth purchasing a otc elk tag? Archery equipment is fragile. Public land comprises approximately 73% of the units 632,000 total acres. Plan your Colorado big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. Because of that, we got the point to bring together the best place to elk hunt in Colorado of the Western United States. Bounded on N by the White River; on E by Monument Gulch, County Highway 64, Monument Gulch Road, Rio Blanco County Roads 103 and 26; on S by Douglas Creek-Roan Creek divide, the Douglas Creek-Salt CreeKansas divide, the Evacuation Creek-Salt Creeks divide and the Bitter Creek-West Salt Creek divide; and on W by Utah. 79 and 791 may have the highest overall numbers, with success rates for GMU 76 topping 50% (but this is a limited draw unit). Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 22. The Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP) are a complex of one national park and three state parks, cooperatively managed and located in the United States along the coast of northern California.Comprising Redwood National Park (established 1968) and California's State Parks: Del Norte Coast, Jedediah Smith, and Prairie Creek (dating from the 1920s), the combined RNSP contain 139,000 acres . New Member. Unit 22 contains open country lands covered in shrub vegetation and various species of grass to provide an ideal roaming ground for antelope. This is a migration season with the deer and elk both moving toward their wintering grounds. H. harpoonbrother OP. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. You may able to carry out all this and still offer extra time and sweat, however nevertheless, finish up with your vacant freezer. 2,110 Sq. The elk trophy potential in Colorado hunting unit 22 measures 300 and up with the average quality ranging from 260 to 300. Posts: 22. Draw Recap walkthrough to familiarize yourself with the new format by hovering your cursor over any portion of the report to get information about that field. Elkduds Rank: An Elk Nut Posts: 1536 Joined: Sun Sep 29, 2013 11:39 pm Location: Colorado Springs Four hunters in camp is too many for one great calling archery guide. looking over google maps and what not it seems like central CO is more of thick timber country and then further west in units like 22 it seems a little more sparse. Success on these hunts is high and most hunters book for the next year, when leaving the prior year so openings are few and far between. I am having trouble determining which roads allow for motor vehicle use compared to OHV eligible ones. Unit 22 is to acclimate yourself to the higher altitudes for a day or two prior to your hunt. Between its 130 miles of trails and abundance of county roads, Unit 22 is a highly accessible unit for public land hunting. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. H. Joined: Jul 2020 . Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 23 - Rio Blanco and Garfield Counties . I spent a three days of my labor day weekend as well as a few overnight'ers scouting this summer up in 21/30 trying to fill my archery elk/rifle bear tag. That is where we started 3 years ago. ^k$ZGbS*Frz$qT_{m%6Q}AnUCHGzjAMVkPZQQ5CBzE^+Z#2' u)BkeIHUGrSz8/^+IzTQ}k^kVOG9Z#98/zm]RK$zZ#98/MndQ=MFH ^kTQ}XMEHUGjSm$Z#9= qT_iEUqTOh~UFHNOA^'^*Pl^k$&zUz"rSUz4R{e6ZC.|vE7u^ o)tR"=X_^zkA|I,},Nsl!HF $7/N7V*:lwEF"hR"D&%2oD&%2_#E&]%2OD&; )5`A$HQC}Wd$XjRTk %EXH$$E%}Hk@Fjb H"+2sHQI Units We Elk Hunt: 22, 32, 33 and 42. A number of highly-qualified local outfitters in the Meeker area provide professionally guided elk and mule deer hunting during the Colorado hunting season. New Member. Joined: Sep 2006. And that 20% species distribution may lie 100% within private lands. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Our self-guided hunts are designed for the hunter who wants the challenge of the hunt but doesn't want the hassle of food preparation, setting up camp, getting firewood, packing out game and so forth. Hunter Safety Card required for hunters born after 1949. Oct 1, 2022. Check out the Texas Mountain area and Rat Hole Ridge. Does that sound confusing? Another struggle for us is the amount of pine or spruce beetle kill. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. JavaScript is disabled. % JavaScript is disabled. 22 is more of a migration unit but that's not to say there are not elk there. Early seasons find elk anywhere from 7500ft to above timberline. New Member. He received numerous accolades throughout his career which spanned over five decades, including three Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, a Grammy . 4 Beds. Hookedoknhunting, what are you using to research your units? Back in the day I hunted the top of Story gulch, usually saw elk. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? The Cheyenne (/ a n / shy-AN) are an Indigenous people of the Great Plains.Their Cheyenne language belongs to the Algonquian language family.Today, the Cheyenne people are split into two federally recognized nations: the Southern Cheyenne, who are enrolled in the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes in Oklahoma, and the Northern Cheyenne, who are enrolled in the Northern Cheyenne Tribe of . H. harpoonbrother OP. Headed there for 3rd rifle as well, and curious as to road conditions too. Scores. Location. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. The bottom 1/3 of the mountains seems to be the worst. I got to know the area and what questions I needed to ask the Warden when I got into cell . "Estimates put bull-to-cow ratios at about 12 per 100." For trophy bulls, Dion shared that the Wenaha Unit in northeast Oregon is most popular. A great successful hunt, as the elk are here in large numbers on their winter range at this time. Get a free account to view the details! Are you looking for real estate agents or brokers? Pinyon-juniper, with pockets of sagebrush, cover most of area at lower elevations. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! We even do the dishes while you relax with friends reviewing the day's hunt or planning for tomorrow with one of our employees. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. 3rd season Nov. 6-10, five day combination Deer/Elk $1,845. The lower canyons and open country lands of unit 22 are infiltrated by elk as the weather cools down and food becomes sparse. My plan is to be there during the Archery season, Is there another unit you would recommend for a first time Elk Hunter in CO? 2022-07-22: ELK #306H: Rio Arriba County, NM: DJR OPERATING, LLC . Maps with the road and possible game locations will be provided for your use. Elk Hunting in Colorado GMU 47 - Eagle and Pitkin Counties . The Deer are preparing for the rut with the last 4 days of the season being best for the mule deer rut. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. 26% Private, 74% Public, 70% BLM, 4% State. Reverse 7L Outfitters Colorado rifle elk hunts take place in Colorado units 22, 32, 33 and 42. 4 0 obj Sign up for a free account to see what they said. Barbara Rankin Cornerstone Real Estate Rocky Mountains. There are 1 HuntScore subscribers that have hunted this unit. The cow to bull percentage is roughly 80%-20%. BP-B2 Entire Thread . Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! No road closures other than most of the gas companies do not allow access through their properties. Unit 65 intersects to Gunnison, Montrose, also Hinsdale provinces. In this article, we will discuss about five of the best place to elk hunt in Colorado. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. i hunted 22 third season last year. Focus is muley but hard to pass a elk opportunity. endobj When planning your antelope hunting trip to Colorado Unit 22, a few factors should come to mind. For this unit, its most excellent to hunt throughout the 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons. HuntScore members shared hunt tips & contact info (where applicable): 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. Since that first hunt I've been back to Idaho twice, Montana three times, Colorado once, and Nevada a couple times. We still have a blast, but be prepared for the challenges, it will make the success that much sweeter when it happens! 32; Permit Type A; License Valid for Units: 21, 22, 30, 31, 32; Permit Type B; License Valid for Units: 21, 30; GMU 21 - Rio Blanco and Garfield Counties, Toggle between terrain, satellite, and topographic views. Rains bring muddy roads. This area large area is surrounded by 1000 foot cliffs that are covered with cedar, oak brush, aspen and some scattered pine. If you adjust the public land percentage slider on Filtering 2.0 to 10% that number drops to 87 and if you slide it up to 20% you are now looking at 70 . Under Colorado law, outfitters cannot guarantee kills to clients, nor would we if we could. I appreciate your insight! DRAW ODDS . Depending on where youre from, this is a crucial step in ensuring that you are in good physical condition for hunting this unit. That's the nature of elk hunting! We're like you; we don't mind paying for a service if we get that service. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! If you would rather stay in town, Rifle to the north is the closest, the price is the same but after receiving your deposit we can give you some phone numbers so you can make reservations in advance. In other times of the year, the elks are far away from each other and a smaller amount in the figure. 2 0 obj 22, 30, 31, 32; HuntScore Tip: Over-the-counter unlimited licenses are licenses that are unlimited in number and available in a range of units and seasons. Higher elevations are characterized by sagebrush interspersed with aspen stands and some dark timber. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. The agency manages 42 state parks, all of Colorado's wildlife, more than 300 state wildlife areas and a host of recreational programs. Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. Unit 22 is better known for mule deer hunting but it's CO and there's good bucks in almost every unit. HuntScore members shared hunt tips & contact info (where applicable): 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. Trying to get away from both kinds! Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. Note:Due to data limitations, statistical reports that were created prior to 2015 will not be available in the new Draw Recap Report format., Use the Anyone headed up to 21 or 30 this weekend? harpoonbrother. New Member. Just looking for help as where to start in the unit? Still a little worried about my 69 year old Pops. 4 Beds. Hey guys, was wondering if anyone has been to 22 this season? Steaks, roasts, chops, fried chicken with all the trimmings plus desserts. If you have that many points, and been putting in for 22 3rd, you should have drawn, regardless if your points match or not. . There are 0 HuntScore members that have hunted this unit. Similar to the mule deer, the elk is also directly influenced per the weather patterns. Jeep and ATV's are provided for your use. Also look for areas that get overlooked. Upon securing your game, we will help you dress it out, pack it to camp for you, skin it for mounting or processing and take it to town to be cut and wrapped and ready for you when you leave. Additional tips will be given each day on how to hunt the deer and elk in our area. $400,000. Can't wait for my first Elk hunt! The southern 30 percent of unit usually holds more elk than rest of unit. This is a migration season the elk are on the move heading toward their wintering ground. You require to complete is hit upon the right game managing units in Colorado, and youll know how to fill up the freezer. Ask any elk hunter worth his weight in lead what the top hunting units are in Colorado, and GMUs 1, 2, 10 and 201 in the far northwest corner of the state rise to the top of the list like smoke from a muzzleloader. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep Hunting Statistics, RAV-Cheatgrass-Tool-Improve-Bobwhite-Habitat, number of licenses available by hunt code, number of hunters that applied for each hunt code, number of hunters that successfully drew a license, Sagebrush & Sage Species Conservation Strategy, Estimated Harvest Frequently Asked Questions. You agree you accept our Terms & Conditions for posting this ad. Hunting prospects are good for units 64 and 65. Some sights and sounds of our elk hunt out in Colorado. Good cow hunting opportunities exist in this unit. 4th season Nov. 17-21, five day combination /Elk $1,495. As is standard in Colorado, the higher elevations contain an evergreen forest mix of spruce, pines and firs, the middle elevations are covered in sagebrush, scrub oak and pinyon pine, and the lower territory is a mix of oak brush and juniper. Higher elevations are characterized by sagebrush interspersed with aspen stands and some dark timber. Water is very limited and even more so in the earlier seasons when deer and elk dont have access to snow for moisture. 4 Baths. New Member. NEW Draw Recap Reports and Hunting Statistics Each report includes: Thanks for that helpful info Elkduds. Also, this fact has determined the achievement rate to some extent, up to more or less 22%. 280. Temps in the high teens / low 20s at night and anywhere from 35-55 during the day. Currently, there is only an archery season for antelope in this unit, but it is a month-long season and the tags are available OTC. [] Toggle navigation DRAW ODDS ALASKA BISON BLACK BEAR BROWN BEAR CARIBOU DALL SHEEP ELK MOOSE MOUNTAIN GOAT MUSK OX ARIZONA ELK MULE DEER ANTELOPE COUES DEER DESERT SHEEP CALIFORNIA ELK DEER Elk feel pressured into the thick woodlands as people descend into their habitat along the roads and meadows. You will be hunting private ground that the hunter numbers are well managed. The archers and muzzleloaders are well aware of this concentrating effect. Also, thats what adds to the heavy achievement rate. After opening the PDF file, Windows PC users can enable the document search bar by pressing "Ctrl" + "F" on their keyboard. Just got done hunting 22 second season. Our bed/meals camp is designed to make your hunt enjoyable, not a job. 75% of area is BLM land. This year it took 9 NR pts to get a 3rd season tag. Weather can vary by elevation. M. Share: Facebook Twitter Reddit Pinterest Tumblr WhatsApp Email Share Link. Colorado's deer/elk rifle seasons are currently set up into four different seasons running from mid-October to mid-November. We have learned to leave binoculars in the truck, no need when you can't see more than 50-70 yards anywhere. Colorado Unit 22 Elk Hunts Most elk tags in unit 22 are available over-the-counter for both residents and non-residents. Look for areas that people don't want to go. High elevation snows make roads impassible without chains. Permit Type B; License Valid for Units: 21, 22, 30, 31, 32; Permit Type A; License Valid for Units: 21, 22, We normally only hunt 6-8 people at a time, but will take larger groups if they are in one party. Ft. 23110 US Highway 6 #324, Dillon, CO 80435. This is a great area for the self-guided hunt with great success. South of Piceance, the Square S area and small groves of aspens, dark timber along the border with GMU 32 are good elk bets. A unit may have 80% public land, but a particluar species may only occupy 20% on the entire area. Thanks for the info. The mountainous areas are not all thick timber, but they are not usually as open country as 22, either. Archery August 28- Sept. 26, Seven day combination Deer/Elk $1,645, Muzzle Loader Sept. 11-17, Seven day combination Deer/Elk $1,645, 1st season Oct. 16-20, five day Elk ONLY $1,995. The "camp" is a 2800 square foot log lodge, with a modern kitchen, large bathroom, great room with wood stove and a sleeping cabin that will accommodate 20 people. Michaeldd1983. So many I need to take notes and refer back to them. Homes similar to 72 Meadow Creek Ln Unit F301 are listed between $400K to $400K at an average of $190 per square foot. Early mornings and late evenings are going to be your best plan for success. My private ground hunt areas for deer and elk are GMUs 21, 22, 31, and 10. Thanks I appreciate the insight and tips Gents. 4 Baths. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. 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. These areas near Rifle, Colorado are known locally as the Piceance Basin. Mathews Man 23-May-13. I have done some research and me and my brothers are going to head there for our first archery Elk hunt. But what we can do is offer fair chase hunting in prime big game areas with low hunter pressures. Home Hunting Information by State Colorado Units Hunting Information Colorado Unit 22 Hunting Information. User Scores. The rolling, prairie-like hills in the western region of the unit paint an antelope paradise and water sources are located nearby. Joined: Jul 2020. Colorado OTC Archery Elk 2020 SEKHunter May 14, 2020 1 2 Next May 14, 2020 #1 SEKHunter New member Joined May 14, 2020 Messages 4 Planning an OTC archery elk hunt in CO mid-September. Browse the directory of real estate professionals at realtor.com. 4 Baths. Generally, this unit is considered very good elk hunting. Looking for a little advice on CO Elk unit 22. I've only chased cows in 22, and only during the later rifle seasons. $ 254, Resident Adult.. $ 24, All Hunters require 1 Conservation Stamp. 32; GMU 22 - Rio Blanco and Garfield Counties, Toggle between terrain, satellite, and topographic views. In this case, the fault would just be aiming at the incorrect spots. %PDF-1.7 A good action camera is a daily need for some photographers. Before falling into the information of which is the best trail camera for home security and why it's essential to know the main fundamentals, these models will secure your home. Good cow hunting opportunities exist in this unit. Sign up for a free account to see what they said. "The current elk-population estimate in the Scappoose Unit is approximately 2,300 animals," Dion said. Michaeldd1983; Sep 29, 2022; Elk; Replies 14 Views 1K. We encourage potential clients to talk with our previous clients. My first elk hunt was in the Bitterroots of Idaho - a place I'd argue with anyone is the most nasty terrain on the planet - and we survived. Posts: 22. I'll do some more research into those areas. That's your best guarantee. 3D WALKTHROUGH. It is not required to be a Colorado Hunter Safety Card it can be from another state. There are 4 OTC hunts in this unit. 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. To this Georgia boy it looks a little intimidating. Great explanationThanks. During elk hunting in Colorado you may need some hunting equipment like Climbing Tree Stand to know more you can check out our blog about it. The unit is also identified to include large numbers of valleys and vertical gulches, besides these kinds of stuff are applied by expert archery hunters vastly. Joined: Jul 2020. Tipsy Tuesday: Elk Film, Gear, News, & More. Central Colorado can be more mountainous, containing habitats from river bottoms to alpine tundra, and lots in between. Several hunters also have a tendency to stop thinking about the essential detail that hunting is a knapsack game. Colorado Unit 22 Hunting Information - Deer Elk Antelope - HuntersDomain Free access to Colorado Unit 22 hunting information from our experts with over 30 years experience in hunting mule deer, antelope and elk. OP. Go Pro to see what they had to say! There are 4 OTC hunts in this unit. This area is recognized as one of the top hunting areas for deer and elk in Colorado for the past four years. New Member. Rains bring muddy roads. Also, that's what adds to the heavy achievement rate. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of all time. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Usually this is myself and about 6-7 other groups of locals trying to all out gues and maneuver each other. Research the latest Colorado Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 32. This outfitter books up early each year leaving many hunters searching for a plan B. We have the professionals you need. For every 1.1 bulls in the particular region, therere more than five cows. The unit has the most achievement rates and entire harvests. $ 10.00. If you are looking for the most excellent possibility of achievement, go hunting in the 3rd rifle seasons. Looks like the hunt code normally makes it to the leftover license status. The higher elevations are populated more densely with elk in the warmer climate where they can forage for food fairly easily. Is it gonna be a good rut this year in unit 22. Because of access roads, hunting pressure is high on Sleepy Cat, Lost Park and Sand Peak. The Draw Recap Report also shows how licenses were allocated among residents and nonresident, adults and youths, as well as landowners. That said, I got into more elk than I did deer (bulls are actually still bugling believe it or not). Elk hunting in Colorado: how to buy OTC tags, what are the best trophy units, most affordable options, elk hunting seasons, best times for elk hunting & more . Only seen couple mature bucks. In many of his films, he played rebels against the social structure. :>/P|t#AWE#REV[y6\[oheYz Barbara Rankin Cornerstone Real Estate Rocky Mountains. Ease of Drawing 82 82 . I've gotten some really good tidbits on here. We hunt all 4 rifle seasons. The temperatures can reach a staggering 90 degrees during archery season, so be prepared to pre-scout those bedding areas since the deer are not active during the extreme heat of the day. Coolcop 22-May-13. 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