How To Hunt Elk in Wyoming in 2025
Applications for Wyoming elk are due by January 31st. That’s not a big window, so it’s time to get started! Here’s what you need to know in order to hunt elk in Wyoming.
Why Wyoming is THE Place for a Western Elk Hunt
When it comes to finding a classic western elk hunt, several states offer good opportunities. You will find great elk hunts in Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and a few in California. Each state offers a different angle or ecosystem where elk roam, creating a diverse set of opportunities.
It’s Time to Purchase Wyoming Preference Points
It’s time to purchase Wyoming preference points! Points for all species are on sale from July 3rd through October 31st. Any points you purchase this year can be used in the 2024 application draw or beyond. Don’t wait. Pick up a point each for elk, deer and antelope and set yourself set up for great hunts in the future!
Elk Hunting Fundamentals: Elk Calling Strategies
Elk season is coming and it’s time to hone in calling techniques while strategizing for the hunts ahead. Here at Table Mountain Outfitters, we have the benefit of hunting unpressured elk that can respond to a variety of calling strategies during archery and even rifle season. For our hunters and guides, it can be a thrilling experience!
Prep Your Pack for Your Next Wyoming Hunt
Travel to Wyoming during hunting season, and you might experience every climate imaginable. Hot sun, heat and dry weather can coincide with blizzards and sub-zero temperatures. You just never know what to expect. Each species also comes with its own set of hurdles that should influence the contents in your pack.
Purchase Wyoming Preference Points By October 31st
This is it, our final reminder! You can still purchase 2020 Wyoming preference points. But you must do it by the October 31st deadline. October 31st, 2022 Is The Final Day To Purchase 2020 Preference Points! Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase a preference point this year for antelope, deer and elk in Wyoming.
Must-Have Archery Gear for Western Big Game Hunting
Our Wyoming big game hunts offer exceptional shot opportunities for archery hunters. Quality Antelope, Mule Deer and Elk are all harvested regularly using blinds, spot and stalk and calling strategies. Our antelope hunts are geared towards ground blind specific hunts. Meanwhile, the mule deer hunts employ a mix of both ground blind and stalking tactics. And our elk are primarily targeted on foot, using a combination of calling and spot-and-stalk strategies. Regardless of which species you’re pursing, every archery hunt calls for specific gear to get the job done.
Preparing for a Table Mountain Archery Hunt
Archery hunters with Table Mountain Outfitters enjoy exceptional opportunity rates with 90-100% opportunity for antelope, mule deer and elk. Each species is a little bit different and archery hunters should prepare for some specific scenarios. Clothing, equipment and shooting abilities all play into preparing for a successful hunt.
NEW! Offering 2020 Cow Elk Hunts Near Cheyenne, WY
We’re excited to announce a brand new hunting opportunity. We will be offering limited cow elk hunts this fall out of our bunkhouse in Cheyenne, Wyoming! This is the very first time we’ve offered this hunt. In order to manage a certain population of elk, we’re opening limited spots for a guided cow elk hunt that includes lodging and meals.