How much does a guided elk hunt cost in Colorado?
By Quick answerA guided elk hunt in Colorado costs $5,250 at the middle of 294 priced packages from 82 approved outfitters, with real listings from $700 for a one-day hunt up to $17,500 for a multi-day combo — before tag, license, and tip.
What a guided elk hunt costs in Colorado
A guided elk hunt in Colorado typically costs $5,250, with half of packages between $3,000 and $7,000.
From 294 priced packages across 82 outfitters, checked August 2026.
30 packages run higher, up to $17,500 — typically multi-day trips with lodging.
Full price breakdown
Guided elk package prices in Colorado, August 2026 — 294 priced packages
| Point | Price |
|---|---|
| Lowest | $700 |
| 25th percentile | $3,000 |
| Median | $5,250 |
| 75th percentile | $7,000 |
| Highest | $17,500 |
Who's actually worth booking
Lucky 8 Ranch leads the ranking below on review depth, not the highest star rating alone — a couple of outfitters further down the list also hit a perfect score. The ranking weighs a rating by how many reviews back it up, and Lucky 8 carries more than twice the review count of the next perfect-score outfitter.
What that range actually buys
The spread mixes per-hunter prices with per-group and flat totals — a two-hunter-minimum archery hunt and a flat combo package aren't the same commitment, so check the unit before comparing two listings side by side. The weapon breakdown below splits rifle, archery and muzzleloader hunts by price; it won't match a bull-versus-cow split you might see elsewhere, because Colorado outfitters price by weapon, not by trophy class. This is the Colorado number specifically — a national elk-cost comparison is a different post.
How guided elk hunts in Colorado are hunted
- rifle 85 packages from $1,500
- archery 55 packages from $1,100
- muzzleloader 32 packages from $2,000
Pricing reflects live GuidedHunts outfitter listings, last updated August 2026. Always confirm current pricing and availability directly with the outfitter before booking.
Top 6 of 82 elk outfitters in Colorado
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- Guide
- Meat processing
- Lodging
- Game recovery & pack-out
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- Meals
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- Guide
- Meals
- Game recovery & pack-out
- Lodging
- Guide
- Meals
- Game recovery & pack-out
- Lodging
- Meals
- Guide
- Lodging
- Guide
- Meals
- Transportation
How we rank: Outfitters are ranked by a credibility-weighted rating that blends each outfitter's verified Google star rating with how many reviews back it up — so a strong average from many hunters outranks the same average from only a few — then by the breadth of elk packages they offer (live inventory, last updated August 2026). Prices, ratings and review counts come straight from each outfitter's current listings — always confirm details before you book.
What's included in a guided elk hunt in Colorado
Across 285 guided elk packages in Colorado that list what they include, these come up most often:
- Lodging94%
- Guide69%
- Meals69%
- Transportation33%
- Meat processing30%
- Game recovery & pack-out30%
- Alcohol5%
- License & tags5%
- Beverages5%
- Game cooler / storage2%
- Rifle/Archery range2%
- Ammunition2%
- Decoys2%
Inclusions vary by outfitter and package — always confirm what's covered before you book.
What hunters say about elk outfitters in Colorado
69 elk outfitters in Colorado carry 1,801 Google reviews averaging 4.76 — including 112 at three stars or below.
Sourced from Google · most recent review .
| 5 stars | 1,657 | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 stars | 32 | |
| 3 stars | 13 | |
| 2 stars | 15 | |
| 1 star | 84 |
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Twisted Tine Outfitters! From start to finish, Mike, Troy, and Corey made us feel incredibly welcomed and taken care of…
I have been on two guided third rifle season elk hunts with Legacy West Outfitters, 2023 and 2024. This family operation is top notch. The outfitter, guides, and camp cook worked diligently to ensure a great hunt experience…
5 out of 5. Curtis Horn · Legacy West Outfitters ·
North Rim Trophy Hunts outfitting is a first class operation. Up front communication was prompt, clear and totally honest about what to expect while hunting with them. They have the logistics of planning, conducting, and post-processing the hunt down to a science with incredible efficiency…
5 out of 5. Andre LaClair · North Rim Trophy Hunts ·
Awesome outfitters. Been there 2 years in a row and filled a tag both times. Awesome guides, great food…
5 out of 5. Joe Bentley · Reverse 7 L Outfitters ·
I had an absolutely amazing experience with Palmer Outfitters last year during 2nd rifle. First I would like to start off with these guys were organized. I had been up for a few days when I met up with them due to work, and family matters…
5 out of 5. adam mickelson · Palmer Outfitters ·
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