These late season cow elk hunts are offered exclusively in December (December 1–31) and can be booked using either a List A unit-wide tag or a private land only List B tag. Taking place after the main rifle seasons, this timeframe lines up with when elk have settled into their winter patterns, often concentrating in lower elevation country like this 1,040-acre ranch in northwest Colorado. The property has been family owned for over 30 years and is well positioned in an area known for holding elk during the late season, creating consistent opportunity specifically for cow harvest. This hunt is operated in partnership with Tallent Outfitters (#2014) and follows a semi-guided, low-pressure approach that focuses on keeping elk comfortable and using the property naturally. Hunters are assigned to a specific bunkhouse or camper and remain in that location throughout their stay, helping reduce pressure and maintain predictable elk movement. This is a non-exclusive setup, meaning multiple hunters may be on the property at once, and is best suited for those who are comfortable with a more stationary style of hunting with assistance available as needed. Lodging is provided in one of seven strategically placed shooting bunkhouses, each designed for two hunters and equipped with two beds (one upstairs and one downstairs), propane heat, shooting windows, and an elevated porch for added visibility. Hunters can drive directly to their assigned unit for easy access. A hot plate is provided for basic cooking (no stove), so hunters should plan to bring their own meals, and outdoor cooking is allowed with the option to use a tent stove outside. On-site support includes assistance with field dressing and transporting harvested animals to a central hanging rack. After that, hunters are responsible for taking their meat to a processor, with a reliable option located nearby in Craig known for quick turnaround times.

By December, elk in this part of northwest Colorado have largely wrapped up their migration and settled into their wintering patterns, with many animals holding in lower elevation sage country like this property. Instead of scattered movement, elk tend to group up and stay consistent, often feeding and bedding in the same general areas day after day. It’s common to see sizable groups of cows and calves using the rolling hills, open basins, and draws for both forage and protection from weather, especially as colder temperatures set in. This type of terrain gives elk the ability to spread out while still staying close to cover, making their movement more predictable during late season conditions. Historically, properties in this area see strong success on cow elk hunts during December, as the combination of weather, food availability, and reduced pressure keeps elk concentrated and easier to pattern compared to earlier in the year. It is important to note that while a majority of large groups of elk will consist of cows, there will still be bulls present as well. Make sure of your target and what's beyond.

Reservation fees are due at the time of booking and are non-refundable. 50% of the outdoorsman fee will process 2 weeks after the draw results in this state are posted, or immediately upon booking if the reservation is made after draw results post. All OTC hunts will also process 50% of the outdoorsman fee at the time of booking. The remaining 50% will process 1 month prior to the hunt.

For big game adventures, cancellations made prior to placing a deposit will be handled immediately with no penalty. If a cancellation is requested after a deposit has been placed, Infinite Outdoors will make every effort to reschedule the hunt for a different season or a future year. Refunds are not guaranteed once a deposit has been placed.

If there is a lapse in availability, please do not be discouraged to reach out to IO. All calendars are set and managed by landowners, and unavailability is set by them. However, IO is willing to reach out on your behalf, to check on available dates. Other reasons for unavailable dates include biologist recommended hunter/harvest quotas that landowners implement, as well as state season dates not being released.

You are not legally allowed to access the property, for any adventure, prior to your selected access day. If you try to access the property at all before your selected date(s), without prior approval from IO, you will be subject to trespassing and punishments therein