Private Land Archery Elk Hunt

This trip is a fully guided archery elk hunt under the big skies of Montana. Elk hunting is nothing short of spectacular and this outfitter prides itself on delivering a memorable experience for hunters of any experience level. Our expert guides are second to none in their knowledge and ability to deliver the big-game hunting experience of a lifetime.

SPECIES AND LIMITS:
One bull or cow elk (five-point minimum restriction for bull elk on private land). Optional add-on: one either sex whitetail deer OR one antlered mule deer on an incidental basis.

LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION:
This hunt will take place near Checkerboard, MT on approximately 90k acres of private and state land. The state land includes about 70k acres of the Helena-Lewis & Clark National Forest (AKA “the bedroom”), while the private ground consists of up to 20k acres of leased land along or near the Musselshell River (AKA “the kitchen”).


HUNT STYLE & TERRAIN:
Spot and stalk style hunt (horses only used as necessary for retrieving game).

The areas we’ll hunt are easily accessible and not terribly difficult to navigate (in terms of typical elk country), but may range from 5k feet in elevation near the river bottom to over 7k feet in the timbered draws, foothills and mountain parks. Of course, any elk hunt can be a physically challenging experience in which you may be required to put on a lot of miles in steep or rocky terrain. Therefore, it’s in guests’ best interest to be in as good of physical condition as possible to increase chances for success and help ensure an enjoyable hunt experience.

SUCCESS RATIO:
Typically 70% or better shooting opportunity on 246” to 320” bull elk. When the option of deer hunt is added to the trip, mature whitetails and mule deer range throughout the area and are available on an incidental basis.