The Elk mountain range’s namesake is prized in the area along with deer and wild turkey. Hiring a local hunting outfitter is recommended for their expertise, for permitting, and they can even help with hiring a local meat packer to process your game. Many hunting areas are not accessible by motorized vehicles, so plan on other means to get there.
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Gunnison National Forest and other nearby ranges access the following game management units: 53, 54, 55, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 551. For more information on hunting areas, seasons, regulations, and license applications, check out the Colorado Department of Wildlife.
Local hunting outfitters
Lazy F-Bar Ranch
PO Box 7089, Gunnison, CO 81230
(970)-641-3313 • Website
Quaking Aspen Outfitters
PO Box 485, Gunnison, CO 81230
(970)-641-0529 • Website
Tenderfoot Outfitters
PO Box 246, Gunnison, CO 81230
(800)-641-0504 • Website