Montana Elk, Whitetail Deer Combo Hunt

Since 1992 this outfitter has been offering some of the finest deer hunting in Montana.

This northwest corner of Montana is not typical “Big Sky Country.” The Yaak Valley is much more like the Pacific northwest and is heavily timbered, lush, and green. They like to hunt hard on foot and we like to hunt the old fashioned way. There are no feeders or high fences here, just wilderness with lots of game and very few people or pressure. With over 100 square miles on our Kootenai National Forest concession, they are the only outfitter in the area. They are a small operator and only run three guides per week (maximum of 6 hunters).

This Montana Hunting Lodge Hunt is Extremely Affordable.

Opportunity Rate: Nearly 100% opportunity on 120+ inch Montana whitetails, as well as good opportunity for elk.
Trophy Quality: During the rifle season (last week of October through November) they concentrate on trophy whitetails in the 140+ inch plus B&C range. Ideally, the outfitter would like every bull elk to be 330 inches B&C or better, and many of them are. However they run on the “any legal bull is a good bull” philosophy.
Combo Hunts: Hunts can all be deer/elk combination if desired. Additionally, black bear tags and wolf tags can be added as well.
Rifle Hunts: The last week of October through end of November (five weeks)
Archery Hunts: The last week of September and first week of October with only two hunters per hunt. Success during the archery season is good and bugling and cow calling is very effective. Archery elk hunts are offered as 7 night/6 day, 2×1 or upgrade to 1×1.
Difficulty: This northwest corner of Montana is heavily timbered and mountainous. Being in good shape is a huge plus. Guests will hunt hard here and we hunt with boots on the ground all day.

Special hunting licenses for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and mountain lions are available through an annual special lottery drawing.

Each year we have the opportunity to guide a few lucky hunters on epic adventures in pursuit of these animals. If you’ve been fortunate to draw a special tag and you are looking for some local knowledge and guidance, give us a call. We will be happy to serve as a guide and outfitter. If you’re interested in applying for a special license or tag, we’ll be happy to assist you through the application process. The application deadline for Shiras Moose, Bighorn Sheep, and Mountain Goat is June 1.

STAY IN A COMFORTABLE LODGE

You will enjoy one of three handcrafted log cabins located on the outfitters property right in the heart of Yaak Valley, Montana.

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Included:

Guide fees
Lodging, and daily pack lunch for 6 full days of hunting
Game retrieval
Transportation of game to taxidermist and processing

Not Included:

Travel to and from hunting area
License and Tags
Taxes
Shipping of trophy
Taxidermy
Breakfast and Dinner
Your Personal Hunting Gear
Trip Insurance
Tips for your guide. While not required, it is very much appreciated, and guides often depend on them as supplemental income. Learn how much to tip a hunting guide.

Lodging and Accommodations

This is essentially a lodge based hunt.

Guests stay in their own cabins with 2-4 hunters per cabin. We do not mix parties. Cabins are essentially small log homes and are custom made and equipped with full baths, queen bed downstairs, twin beds in loft, all cooking utensils, full kitchen, gas grills, flannel sheets, and wi-fi.

Gear

Weather here in northwest Montana during November can be mild or cold and snowy. Generally speaking it’s best to layer well and plan to have several options for clothing each day. Regardless, good quality gear sure makes a hunt more comfortable. Be especially prepared with a good, quiet jacket and pair of pants, and separate totally waterproof set of rain gear. Everything else is pretty standard.

*Orange vest that is quiet *(required by law)