Elk Creek Family Outfitters

Elk Creek Family Outfitters runs guided hunts on the 5E Ranch, a 5,200-acre private property 100 miles north of Billings. The landscape consists of ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forests interspersed with grass meadows, eight coulees (canyons over 100 feet deep), and spring-fed water sources that hold elk year-round. Typically 25-30 mature bull elk inhabit the ranch during the rut.

All hunts are fair chase for free-roaming, resident wild elk. Dave and Abe Hein are bow hunters themselves who call, rattle, and know how to bring bulls in—sometimes on the run. From the cabin deck at first light, you'll hear multiple bulls bugling. Hunters report close encounters with satellite bulls, 6x6 and 7x7 trophy bulls, and herd bulls in the 340-370 range.

"We will put you in the middle of bugling bulls, the rest is up to you!"

• •5-day, 6-night hunts | September 5 - October 17

• •Cost: $5,200 per hunter (twosome), $5,700 (single hunter)
• •Includes: Experienced guide, cabin lodging, airport transport from Logan International (Billings)
• •Deposit: $500 per hunter (non-refundable until hunt booked)
• •Group size: Limited to 2 hunters per party; only 8 total archery hunters for entire 6-week season
• •Schedule: Sunday arrival (no hunting), Monday-Friday hunts, 6 nights lodging
• •License required: Montana Elk Combination-General License + Archery Elk Permit (411-21)

• •Status: ALL BOW ELK HUNTS FILLED THROUGH 2029

• •3-day hunts with option for additional days | October 24 - November 30

• •Cost: $5,700 per hunter (twosome), $6,500 (single); $1,000 per additional day
• •Includes: Guide, cabin lodging
• •Deposit: $500 per hunter
• •Group size: Limited to 4 hunters for entire rifle season
• •License required: Montana Elk Combination-General License + Special Permit (411-20)
• •Meals: Hunters prepare own meals from provided groceries

• •Status: ALL RIFLE ELK HUNTS FILLED THROUGH 2029

• •1-2 day hunts | October 24 - November 28

• •Cost: $750 per hunter; $150/day cabin lodging (additional)
• •Deposit: $100 per hunter
• •Includes: Guide
• •Status: Limited availability, filled through 2028

Landowner-sponsored non-resident licenses only

• •Two licenses available for 2031 (currently booked through 2030)
• •3-day hunts: $3,000 per hunter (twosome), $3,500 (single)
• •October 24 - November 28 season
• •Licenses purchased through Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
• •$500 deposit required

Stay in a fully-furnished log cabin originally built in 1915, recently renovated. Features include:

• •Beautiful wood floors and knotty pine ceilings
• •Hand-carved railings and antler chandelier
• •Modern kitchen and bathroom
• •Views overlooking the old barn and corrals
• •Rustic western decor with all home comforts

Home-cooked meals served in the ranch house (hunters provide groceries). The cabin overlooks hunting grounds with morning bugling audible from the deck.

No alcohol, smoking, or vaping on the ranch. Hunters prepare their own meals from groceries/snacks they bring.

Dave and Abe Hein are relentless, knowledgeable guides who live and breathe elk hunting. Multiple guest testimonials highlight:

• •Hunters regularly called in multiple bulls (8-10 close encounters common)
• •Trophy bulls consistently in the 6x6, 7x7, and 340+ range
• •Expert tracking—one hunt involved trailing a bull 3 miles over dried grass with microscopic blood drops
• •Patient guides who work with hunters of all abilities (including those with mobility challenges)
• •Family-oriented operation that makes guests feel at home
• •Beautiful, remote property in prime elk country

• •Guest Quote: "The 5E has ruined me for 'regular' elk hunts!" — Steve Billings, Iowa

The 5E Ranch was homesteaded in the early 1900s by Rosalie's five great uncles—Albert, Edgar, Harry, John, and Ralph Wildin—five brothers from Gloucester, England. The 5 E brand represents these five Englishmen. Today, Dave and Rosalie Hein, their son Abe, and Abe's wife Jessica operate the ranch and guide service.

Elk Creek Family Outfitters c/o Dave & Abe Hein 1021 Toole Circle Billings, Montana 59105 (406) 670-4366 (406) 794-2204 [email protected]