Trip #OI-RKHC3: Utah Elk, Mule Deer and Shiras Moose Hunts

Most of these Utah hunts will be from a 5-Star hunting lodge.

This beautiful Utah hunting lodge is located only 50 minutes from the Salt Lake International Airport. It has seven bedrooms and six-baths with three levels and 6,000 square feet of rustic, western luxury.

This is their “easiest” ranch to hunt.
Amenities include a wrap-around deck with a commercial-style barbecue; flat screen tv’s with surround sound; wireless internet; a washer and dryer; air hockey, and foosball table; pool table; a large kitchen (with a full-time chef; and a dining room that can seat 26 people.
Also on the property are eight sleeping cabins, each with two beds and a separate bathroom; a stocked fishing pond; horses and stables; a 12-person hot tub; and a shooting range with targets from 100 to 600 yards.

Other options:

In addition to their main lodge, there is a more exclusive, world class option with above average trophies for both elk and mule deer. Some of the backcountry areas that they hunt are much more physical, and you might be hunting from a lodge, cabin or tent camp, depending on the area.

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Packing out an elk with horses and mules

All hunts are on private ground on over 600,000 acres spread between different ranches.
Most of the ranches are in the CWMU Program AKA Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit. As a result, you are able to obtain your elk and deer tags directly from the outfitter without the hassle and worry of whether you will draw out or not.
Ask us about Shiras moose tags.
The ranches that are not enrolled CWMU program are in general season tag units. Ask about landowner tags.
Hunting season is September through November.

Utah Elk Hunts

Once you hunt elk in Utah with this outfitter, you will see why they have a hunter return rate of nearly 90 percent. Guiding is usually 1:1, however you can save some money on a 2:1 hunt. If you book through Outdoors International, we can practically guaranteed you a Utah elk tag if you contact us early enough.

Archery Elk Hunts

Archery elk hunts are 5-days, guided 1:1.
Archery guides are experienced bowhunters.
September rut hunts.
On the lodge hunts, you can expect to see 260″ to 310″ bulls.
On the backcountry hunts, you can expect to see 280″ to 330″ bulls.
Combo hunts are available.

Rifle Elk Hunts

Rifle elk hunts are 5-days, guided 1:1 or 2:1.
September and October during the rut.
On the lodge hunts, you can expect to see 260″ to 310″ bulls.
On the backcountry hunts, you can expect to see 280″ to 330″ bulls.
Combo hunts are available.

Archery Hunts are 5 Days, Rifle Hunts are 4 Days, 1x1 or 2x1 Guiding

Utah Mule Deer Hunts

A typical days hunt will start out with breakfast, then you will hunt all morning and come back for lunch, and go out for the evening hunt. Some of these mule deer hunts are very physical, but some of them are “easy” as well. Let us know what kind of mule deer hunting in Utah you are looking for. Opportunity rates are near 100% for both rifle and archery hunts. You can expect bucks scoring 160″ to 180″.

Archery Season

Archery mule deer hunts are 5-days, guided 1:1.
Archery guides are experienced bowhunters.
August 15 through September 1
160″ to 180″ bucks are the goal.
This outfitter offers lodge-based hunts, backcountry tent hunts and a cabin archery mule deer hunt.
Combo hunts are available.

Rifle Season

Rifle mule deer hunts are 5-days, guided either 2:1 or 1:1.
September -November
160″ to 180″ bucks are the goal.
This outfitter offers lodge-based hunts, backcountry tent hunts and a cabin archery mule deer hunt.
Combo hunts are available.

Included:

1:1 Guiding (unless otherwise specified at time of booking)
On the lodge-based hunts, you can expect chef prepared meals. On their tent camp hunts, you will have a cook in camp.
Lodging is included
Transportation during hunt
Airport Pickup
Field prep of trophy and meat
Transport of trophy and meat to taxidermist and processor.

Not Included:

Utah License and Tag(s).
Personal and hunting gear (See a suggested gear list).
Transportation to and from home.
Meat and Trophy transport home.
Taxidermy.
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.

Travel Information

Fly to Salt Lake City

Airport pick-up and drop-off are including in hunting packages so there’s no need to rent a car (unless you want to).

We know that as top-of-the-line hunting outfitters, your hunting experience will be unmatched when you harvest your animal while staying here.

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typical hunt itinerary

You will be up in the dark, hunting at daylight, locating game via glassing, bugling, tracking. The elk dictate the rest—it’s an adventure!

This outfitters guides are dedicated to providing the best of service for you! You can expect either 1×1 or 2×1 style guiding depending on which one you choose. Most of the trip will be done on horse back and foot. There is no requirements of prior horseback riding for this hunt. Your guide will also take care of your trophy so you won’t need to! If desired they will even cape your animal professionally for your mount! All guides are first aid trained, your safety is their number one concern. If you ask anyone about their experience with this outfitter they will say their guide was one of the most memorable parts of their trip!