This operation established in 1996 is one of if not the premier Big Game outfitter in all of Montana. They offer both rifle and archery elk, antelope and bison hunts along with rifle hunts for both mule deer and whitetail deer. Their mission is to be the best in the hunting industry and to provide outstanding guide service and customer care to their clients all the while representing great landowners; sound wildlife management principles which are practiced to ensure harvesting the oldest age class of trophies possible.
Rifle Elk Hunts:
Rifle elk hunts are offered from the last week of October through the third week of November. They have several high-quality Montana ranches that are professionally managed for trophy elk. They manage herds for older age class bulls. All the ranches offer high quality elk hunts. Hunter success is high for mature bulls with the premier elk ranch bulls typically scoring in the 320”-360” B&C range. All the rifle hunts are conducted in general units so licensing is not a problem!
Archery Elk Hunts:
Archery elk hunts take place from the first week of September through the second week of October on some of the finest ranches Montana has to offer. Archery elk hunting is their specialty! In Montana you get to hunt elk with a bow for the entire rut which allows them to offer clients some of the best hunting on the planet. Although they can occasionally hunt from a stand or a blind, most hunting is done calling and intercepting bugling bulls! The way elk should be hunted.
Rifle Mule Deer Hunts:
Mule deer hunts take place from the third weekend in October through the third week of November. Hunting is conducted on large private ranches in Montana where they can manage for quality trophy animals. Mule deer are primarily hunted as a stand-alone hunt but can be added on to an elk hunt on a few of the ranches. The average deer killed on all properties is 5 years of age and on the premier ranches they maintain a 160-180+ gross B&C average. Hunter success is very high.
Rifle Whitetail Deer Hunts:
Whitetail deer are often plentiful on the Montana landscape. Even in areas that contain mostly elk and mule deer, whitetail often have a presence. They manage these animals for older age classes the same as elk and mule deer. Whitetail can be hunted separately as a stand-alone hunt or can be added on to an elk hunt.
Success rate is high with most deer scoring 130-145 gross B&C with the largest bucks scoring 160-170 gross B&C.
Rifle Antelope Hunts:
The rifle antelope hunts are conducted from the second week of October through the first week of November. Hunts are conducted on a large tract of land, to ensure high numbers of trophy quality antelope. Most bucks will average 13”-14” with larger bucks a possibility. Montana antelope tags are issued through a drawing process. Applications for the antelope draw are due by June 1st every year.
Archery Antelope Hunts:
The archery antelope hunts are conducted from mid- August through the first week of September. These hunts are conducted on large ranches with large numbers of trophy bucks. This is an extremely fun and successful hunt with spot and stalk being the main method of hunting. Montana antelope tags are issued through a drawing process. Applications for the antelope drawing are due by June 1st of every year.
Bison Hunts:
These bison hunts are conducted from late June through August on arguably one of the most scenic ranches in the world! This 115,000 acre ranch supports a bison herd of approximately 2,300 adult animals. These bison are minimally handled and are as close to wild bison as can be. They hunt the pre-rut of the bison. This is an
incredible opportunity to witness a vast herd of bison inn natural habitat during the breeding season. Beards and hair are the longest during this time period and make incredible shoulder mounts. Mature bulls will weigh up to 2,500 pounds yielding 700+ pounds of meat. Most trophies will score 65-75 SCI points.
2025 PRICING (USD AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL DEPOSIT IS RECEIVED)
Currently they have 6 different ranches they conduct elk hunts on. Pricing is dependent on the ranch and below is a brief description of each.
Elk Ranch #1
This is their premier elk hunting destination. The ranch contains 115,000 deeded acres located in the Southwest portion of the state. Elevations on the ranch range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet. This is elk country. The herd of 1,500 head of elk has a ratio of 65 bulls per 100 cows, with a large number of trophy bulls available. Hunters stay on the property in a 5 bedroom, 3 bath lodge. All meals are included with a cook onsite. In 2023, their 36th annual hunt produced some outstanding trophies. Hunters can anticipate harvesting bulls from 320-360 B&C. Larger bulls have been harvested.
Rifle: $19,500- 1×1. Archery $19,500- 1×1 Deer Trophy Fee: $4,000
Elk Ranch #2
This 30,642 acre ranch is in the heart of elk country! This is big mountain country and hunters can expect to cover a lot of ground. Most hunting will be done at 7,000 feet and above, so get on that treadmill! The large elk herd varies from 500-1,000 head. Hunters can expect to see lots of elk and have lots of elk encounters. All meals included and cook onsite. Accommodations consist of a comfortable 6 bedroom, 3 bath lodge. Hunters can anticipate harvesting bulls 280-330” B&C. Larger bulls have been harvested. In 2023, the first year hunting this ranch, hunters experienced high success with non-stop elk action. 202 promises more of the same!
Rifle or Archery- 1×1 $12,500. Bear Trophy Fee: $2,500
Elk Ranch #3:
This 12,000 acre ranch is located in south west Montana. The terrain is typified by river bottoms, cottonwood and willows with limited agriculture. This property consists of rough breaks that lead to the river bottoms. This is a combo hunt. The river bottoms are excellent habitat for white-tailed deer. Although this is sold as an elk/ deer combo hunt, this is an exceptional whitetail deer ranch, we expect hunters to kill white-tail deer in the 125-160 gross B&C with the opportunity to kill a bull or cow elk. In 2023, all hunters harvested a bull elk. Hunters stay in a nice lodge and all meals are included with a cook onsite.
Rifle: $9,750-2×1
Elk Ranch #4:
This premier archery elk hunting ranch is one of the true legacy ranches in Montana. The ranch encompasses 30,000 deeded acres located in the central part of the state. From sprawling grass hills to jagged timbered ridges, this is a beautiful ranch. There is a large resident elk herd with a strong bull to cow ratio that are spread out throughout the ranch. This is also big bull country! Outstanding genetics are found in this herd and this ranch has been managed for years to maintain these genetics. Hunters stay on the property with comfortable lodging and all meals are included with a cook onsite. Hunters can anticipate harvesting bulls from 330-370 B&C. Larger bulls have been harvested on the ranch. They are very excited to share this ranch with clients in 2024 as this property is truly one of the better ranches they have had the pleasure to be on!
Archery: $15,750- 1×1
Elk Ranch #5:
This 10,000 acre ranch is located in the central part of the estate and is in a “Trophy” elk unit. This unit consists of mostly private ground so for the last few years it’s been a 100% draw with actual surplus tags being sold for archery! This is and action packed hunt with big bulls being targeted. Just about every component of archery hunting can be used effectively on this hunt. Calling, spot & stalk, and blind/ stand hunting have all been effective. This ranch is one of the better ranches in the state with lots of opportunities at big mature bulls. In 2024, multiple bulls exceeding the 350 mark were harvested. Hunters can expect to encounter bulls in the 320-370 range. Hunters will stay in a spacious lodge located in one of the most beautiful settings in Montana! All meals are provided with a cook onsite.
Archery: $12,500- 1×1
Elk Ranch #6:
This archery elk ranch is in one of the most beautiful and sought out elk units in the state. The ranch offers easy accessibility but the hunt does require hunters to be able to cover some terrain. Calling and intercepting elk is the name of the game. Hunters will stay in very comfortable “glamping” style wall tents with food provided, no cook. The camp is perfectly set up so you can expect to be listening to bulls bugle from camp! If you can hold off on the number of smaller bulls that use the ranch, one can hope to harvest one of the many giant bulls that roam the area.
Archery: $7,950- 1×1. Bear Trophy Fee: $2,500. Deer Trophy Fee: $3,000
Deer Ranch #1:
This is one of their premier mule deer destinations. The ranch contains 70,000 deeded acres in southeastern Montana. The terrain varies from mountainous to broken foothill regions. Ponderosa Pine and native grassland make up the bulk of the vegetative habitat. A strong brush community in the draws and dry land alfalfa make for excellent mule deer forage and habitat. This is a very scenic ranch. Trophy bucks will score between 160-190 gross Boone and Crockett points. They have taken mule deer that score over 200. It’s not uncommon to see 10-15 bucks per day.
Rifle: $10,000 1×1. Antelope Trophy Fee: $1,500
Deer Ranch #2:
This 30,000 acre ranch is probably one of the number one “deer” ranches in the state. A unique feature about the property is the hunter can legitimately choose between big mature mule deer or big mature whitetail as this ranch boasts both. This is big open country with deep canyons and lush creek bottoms providing excellent habitat for both mule deer and whitetail. Lodging and meals on the ranch are provided with a cook onsite. Mature trophy mule deer bucks will score in the 160-190 BC range and mature whitetail bucks in the 145-175 BC range.
Rifle: Mule Deer $9,000 1×1. Rifle or Archery Whitetail $6,250 1×1. Antelope Trophy Fee: $1,500
Deer Ranch #3:
This 50,000 acre ranch is located approximately 15 minutes east of Miles City, MT. Lodging is provided as hunters will stay in town and drive to the ranch each day. Breakfast and lunch are provided but dinner is on your own. Most of the hunting will be done from side by sides as this is big country with the option of going on short stalks. A lot of time will be spent covering ground and glassing from high points. This is big, open country with large coulees, broken up draws and scattered pockets of timber. Average bucks will score 150-180 B&C.
Rifle: Mule Deer $6,500 1×1. Antelope Trophy Fee: $1,500
Deer Ranch #4:
This 51,000 acre ranch located in central Montana boasts large numbers of mule deer with great trophy potential. This is a spot and stalk hunt. This is big, open country with a lot of farm ground. A lot of the animals bed right out in the open as hunting has been limited on this ranch for years, so glassing is of the utmost importance. Hunters can expect to see large numbers of deer and have to sort through a number of bucks to find the trophy they want to take. Average bucks will score 150-180 B&C. *This hunt requires a special draw permit but has an average for over a 50% draw.
Rifle: Mule Deer $7,500 1×1
Deer Ranch #5:
This is the same ranch as elk ranch #4 listed above.
Rifle: Whitetail deer and either sex elk $9,750 2×1
Deer Ranch #6:
This 30,642 acre ranch which varies from high mountain terrain to cottonwood river bottoms. Hunters can expect to cover a lot of ground via side by side with glassing being the name of the game. Most mule deer hunting will be done in the sage brush or hills but some larger bucks can be found in high elevations. Whitetail will be primarily hunted on the river bottoms and creek beds from sun’s or in stands. All meals included and cook onsite. Accommodations consist of a comfortable 6 bedroom, 3 bath lodge. Hunters can anticipate harvesting 140-165” mule deer and 120-150” class whitetail.
Rifle: Mule Deer $6,850 -1×1
Rifle or Archery: Whitetail $5,500- 2×1
Bear Trophy Fee: $2,500
Antelope Ranch #1:
This 50,000 acre property is located in central Montana. From rolling sagebrush hills to grass flats this is a true antelope ranch! Most hunting is done by spot and stalk but there are plenty of water tanks to sit on if that’s how one prefers to hunt. This ranch boasts one of the larger antelope herds in the state providing ample opportunity for the hunter to harvest a mature buck. Typically, the bucks on the ranch are 13”-14” in height and score 65-75” BC points. However, in 2023, two bucks scoring over 80” were harvested off the ranch during archery season. Hunters stay at a very nice lodge located at the base of the mountains with a creek flowing by, but are responsible for bringing and cooking their own meals. A cook can be arranged at an additional cost.
Rifle: $2,900 2×1 Archery: $2,750 4×1
Antelope Ranch #2:
This property is located in eastern Montana. The terrain is typified by rolling prairie, rough draws vegetated in grass and Ponderosa pine covered hills. This is great antelope habitat. Lodging is provided but hunters are responsible for their own food and meals. Typically the bucks harvested on this property are 14” to 15” in height and score somewhere in the mid to high 70”s B&C.
Rifle: $3,250- 2×1 Archery: $3,250- 2×1
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