Elk River Outfitters
Elk River Outfitters operates buffalo hunts in the vast backcountry of eastern Montana—the same country where wild buffalo hunting took place in the 19th century and earlier. This isn't a pasture hunt. The herd contains over 2,000 free-roaming, wild buffalo ranging across roughly 250,000 acres of au...
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Elk River Outfitters operates buffalo hunts in the vast backcountry of eastern Montana—the same country where wild buffalo hunting took place in the 19th century and earlier. This isn't a pasture hunt. The herd contains over 2,000 free-roaming, wild buffalo ranging across roughly 250,000 acres of authentic hunting terrain.
Because the herd is truly free-roaming and wild, game taken here qualifies for Boone & Crockett scoring. Most other buffalo hunts do NOT qualify for this.
The difference matters. A real spot-and-stalk hunt in unpredictable terrain beats penned animals every time. Hunters report surprise at the actual difficulty—buffalo behave like any wild game: sometimes easy to stalk, sometimes genuinely challenging regardless of weather or season.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Season | September through February |
| Minimum Length | 3 days, 2 nights |
| Herd Size | 2,000+ free-roaming buffalo |
| Territory | ~250,000 acres |
| Pricing | Call for rates and availability |
| Deposit | 50% down at booking |
Hunts are tailored to your needs, abilities, and preferences: - Firearms: Traditional or modern—your choice - Game Type: Hunt for trophy or meat animal - Travel Method: Vehicle, horseback, or helicopter (depending on season and preference)
A cabin accommodates up to 16 people with home-cooked meals provided. Clients fly into Billings Logan Airport or drive to Billings, then transfer to the hunt.
Local taxidermy and meat processing are available for a fee, typically completed in one to two days. You can also transport your animal home yourself.
Hunters repeatedly report this as "the best hunt they've ever been on"—word that comes back season after season from returning clients.
Contact Brad at 406-860-3699 to book or ask questions.