Colorado Private Land Elk Hunts with BBB Outfitters

Location: San Luis Valley, Colorado – GMU 82 & Surrounding Private Ranches

Hosted By: BBB Outfitters

Hunt Types: 4-Day Bull Elk • 4-Day Cow Elk

Season: Colorado Archery, Muzzleloader & Rifle Seasons (per CPW regulations)

Hunt Trophy-Class Elk on Exclusive Private Land in Colorado’s San Luis Valley

BBB Outfitters offers premier private-land elk hunts across over 34,000 acres in the San Luis Valley, centered around the productive GMU 82. This region sits along the western base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, providing ideal habitat including irrigated hay fields, sage flats, creek bottoms, and foothill benches that elk use throughout the season.

These hunts are conducted using exclusive private landowner vouchers — meaning no draw requirements and zero public-land pressure on the ranches we hunt. By limiting hunter numbers and maintaining high-quality habitat, BBB Outfitters carries an exceptional 89% opportunity rate, with bulls commonly ranging 270"–300" class, with the potential for mature bulls above this range.

Hunters will access a diverse set of private ranches that include:

• Hay and alfalfa pivots used heavily at dawn and dusk
• Sagebrush and transitional ground between feed and bedding
• Creek-bottom staging areas
• Low ridges and foothill edges offering quiet travel corridors

Hunt Schedule & Timeline

• Arrival: Sunday afternoon
• Hunt Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (4 full hunting days)
• Departure: Friday morning

Upon arrival, guides will review safety, expectations, and recent elk activity. Rifle verification may be completed depending on time and light.

Hunt Packages & Pricing

4-Day/5-night Bull Elk Hunt (Lodging Included)

• $9,000 per hunter
• Group Max: 4 hunters

Includes:

• Fully guided 4-day bull elk hunt
• Private landowner vouchers (no draw required)
• Lodging included for 5 nights
• Transportation during the hunt
• Field dressing, caping, and quartering
• Access to 20,000+ acres in GMU 82 plus additional ranches
• Consistent opportunity at 270"–300" class bulls

Not Included:

• Meals
• Colorado elk license & habitat stamp
• Transportation to/from lodging
• Meat processing or taxidermy
• Alcoholic beverages
• Gratuities
• Personal gear & weaponry

4-Day/5-night Cow Elk Hunt (Lodging Included)

• $3,500 per hunter
• Group Max: 4 hunters

Includes:

• Fully guided 4-day cow elk hunt
• Lodging for 5 nights
• Private land vouchers/access
• Transportation during the hunt
• Field dressing & quartering

Ideal For:

• Meat hunts
• First-time western hunters
• Family or group trips

Lodging & Amenities

(Meals Not Included)

• All elk hunts include comfortable lodging, centrally located to the ranches being hunted. While meals are not provided, the facilities are set up for hunters to easily cook and prepare their own meals.

Lodging Amenities:

• Fully operating kitchen with full-sized appliances
• Cookware, utensils, and dinnerware
• BBQ grills and outdoor cooking areas
• Comfortable heated lodging with beds
• Hot showers and clean bathroom facilities
• Living room/common area for relaxing after the hunt
• Refrigerator and freezer space for food and meat (as available)
• Hunters typically bring groceries and handle all of their own meals during the week.

Licensing & Tags

All hunters are responsible for purchasing their Colorado elk license, habitat stamp, and applicable tag through Colorado Parks & Wildlife.

BBB Outfitters provides all private landowner vouchers required for the hunt and will assist clients in identifying the correct license(s) to purchase based on dates and weapon choice.

Physical Expectations & Recommended Gear

Terrain varies from flat agricultural fields to rolling foothills and low ridges. While hunts can be tailored to reasonable ability levels, being in good physical condition will increase success and comfort.

Recommended Gear:

• Quality hiking boots
• Layered clothing for shifting temperatures
• Weather-resistant outerwear
• Binoculars & rangefinder
• Day pack and personal essentials
• Rifle verified and zeroed prior to arrival

Booking, Payment, & Policies

• Due to extremely limited landowner voucher availability, dates must be reserved well in advance.
• Deposit: Non-refundable, typically 50% to secure your hunt
• Final Payment: Due 30–60 days prior to hunt
• Cancellations: Subject to BBB’s policy; rescheduling may be possible depending on availability
• Group Sizes: Bulls and cows limited to small groups for a quality experience

Why Hunt Elk with BBB Outfitters?

• 20,000+ acres of private land access
• Exclusive GMU 82 landowner vouchers
• 89% opportunity rate year after year
• Trophy potential with 270"–300" class bulls
• Comfortable lodging with full kitchens and BBQ setups
• Local guides with deep knowledge of elk patterns and ranch terrain
• Structured, small-group hunts focused on quality, safety, and success