North Rim Trophy Hunts

North Rim Trophy Hunts operates from Hotchkiss in western Colorado with exclusive access to some of the state's most productive private hunting land. The outfit has been running professional trophy hunts for over a quarter-century, building a reputation on straightforward pricing, experienced guides, and consistent harvests.

The biggest differentiator: no trophy fees. You pay the same hunt price whether you harvest a 300-class elk or a 400-class bull. In September, that's $14,900 per hunter. In October, $11,500. No sliding scale, no surprises.

"The really exceptional thing about our trophy elk hunts is that everybody in the hunt pays the same for any bull. There are no additional charges and no extra fees if you shoot a monster elk."

Success rates hit 100% in both 2024 and 2025. The ranch spans 2,500 acres with over 10 miles of high fence, elevation from 7,000 to 9,500 feet, mixed aspen and oak brush terrain with spring-fed water sources.

High-Fence Trophy Elk Hunts - Spot-and-stalk on managed 2,500-acre ranch - You can pass or shoot any bull you see - Parties of 1-2 hunters per guide - Includes lodging, meals, and all game handling - Professional guides handle field dressing and meat delivery to lodge

Free-Range Private Land Elk Hunts - 100% fair-chase hunts on unfenced private property - 5-day hunts in October-November (tail end of rut) - Spot-and-stalk combined with stand hunting - Expected harvest rate 50-75% - Cost: $7,500 (includes meals, lodging, guides, private land access)

5-day guided rifle hunts exclusively on private land, October or November. Price: $7,500.

Over the past two years, success rate has run 90-100%. Average bucks score between 150-180 SCI. They take a limited number of hunters per season to maintain quality opportunities. Combination of stand hunting and spot-and-stalk. Last year: 10 hunters, 9 harvested (the one unsuccessful hunter was bowhunting).

Includes all meals, lodging, and professional guides with 10+ years of field experience.

Private bedrooms, comfortable accommodations, and a full-time cook who prepares homemade meals. All transportation from hunting area to lodge included. Professional taxidermy is available.

• •Colorado hunting license ($500)
• •Meat processing ($400-600)
• •Guide tips (hunters typically give $200-500)
• •Travel to/from Colorado

50% deposit required to book. If you were born after January 1, 1949, you'll need a valid Hunter's Safety Card from any state to purchase a license.

4770 Scenic Mesa Road Hotchkiss, CO 81419 970-250-0569 [email protected]

They've been operating from this location for 25+ years with deep knowledge of the North Rim of the Black Canyon area and surrounding private lands.