| Colorado Elk hunts are a dream for many a | | | | Many of the professional outfitters in Colorado |
| hunter and if you have never experienced an Elk | | | | grew up in the state and have first hand |
| hunting trip in Colorado, you're in for a treat. | | | | knowledge and expertise when it comes to |
| Colorado has one of the largest Elk populations in | | | | hunting Elk there. They know the terrain of the |
| the country. The Rocky Mountain Elk foundation | | | | Colorado mountains and where the best places |
| estimates at least 292,000 elk in the state. | | | | are to be successful at getting an Elk. |
| There are three great public land areas available | | | | Colorado Elk hunts are like nothing you've ever |
| to Elk hunters.They are the White River National | | | | experienced before. From Steamboat Springs |
| Forest, the San Juan National Forest and the | | | | south to Durango, you'll find excellent Elk hunting. |
| Bear's Ear portion of the Routt National Forest. | | | | Most of the Elk are in the Colorado high country |
| You can also make arrangements to hunt on | | | | so be prepared for the rugged mountains and high |
| private land in the state as well. The Elk hunting | | | | altitude. |
| season in Colorado starts with archery season in | | | | High altitude requires you to be in good shape |
| late August through September, muzzle-loading | | | | physically. Your physical health can make or break |
| season in September and rifle season from | | | | an Elk hunting trip to Colorado so start early to |
| October through November. | | | | get in shape. Being out of shape in high country |
| Colorado offers some of the best Elk hunting | | | | will have you out of breath very quickly. Altitudes |
| guides and outfitters. When searching for an Elk | | | | can be up to 10,000 feet. |
| guide make certain they are licensed in the state. | | | | |