Elk hunters who venture to one of Idaho's private ranches get to experience the challenge of hunting, with the comfortable accommodations of a hunting lodge. Private elk hunting ranches offer challenging terrain, but most guarantee a bull for the price. Many private ranches feature monster bull elk, with SCI scores exceeding 400.
The Siddoway family owns and operates the Juniper Mountain Ranch. The ranch offers elk and bison hunting on a private reserve. The ranch has many monster bull elk, many of which score over 500 SCI. The lodge sleeps eight in four private rooms and features such amenities as prepared meals, a full kitchen, washer and dryer, fireplace, television and air conditioning. Private groups may rent the lodge. Juniper Mountain is located near the Salmon and Teton Rivers, an area known for its trout fishing.
Juniper Mountain Ranch
1764 East 1200 North
Terreton, ID 83450
208-680-4585
junipermountain.net
Mountain View Elk Ranch offers 1,200 acres of hunting with views of the Seven Devils Wilderness Area and the Salmon River Mountains. With an elevation of 6,000 feet, the ranch features bulls that score over 400 SCI. The lodge is a bed and breakfast that offers home cooking.
Mountain View Elk Ranch
P.O. Box 31
Riggins, ID 83549
208-628-3803
mountainviewelk.com
The Rocky Mountain Elk Ranch is located in Southeastern Idaho. The ranch offers bull elk and cow hunting. The ranch charges one fee for bulls under 400 SCI. Larger bulls are subject to availability and pricing may vary. The ranch features a lodge with a wraparound deck that offers views of the surrounding mountains. The lodge has five rooms as well as a full kitchen and sitting area. The ranch guarantees a successful hunt. Lodging is included in the price of the hunt. The ranch offers specials throughout the year.
Rocky Mountain Elk Ranch
957 N 16th E
Sugar City, ID 83448
208-356-0972
Rockymountainelkranch.net
The Velvet Ranch sits on a large fishing pond. The preserve offers fishing, canoeing and hiking as well as elk hunting. The ranch is 20 miles from Yellowstone National Park. The ranch features a lodge with rock fireplaces, sitting and dining rooms. The ranch chef prepares meals that feature elk meat. The ranch has four pricing options for different seasons throughout September and October.
Velvet Ranch
P.O. Box 413
Rexburg, ID 83440
208-356-0657
velvetranch.com
