31 of Colorado’s licensed outfitters guide turkey hunts. Every one below holds a current license from the Colorado board that regulates outfitting, and each listing links to the board’s own record so you can check standing before you book a guided turkey hunt.
Colorado turkey season dates
Season dates come straight from the state wildlife agency. Confirm them against the current regulations before you hunt.
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring est. | April 11, 2026 | May 31, 2026 | Spring 2026 season dates shown; 2027 spring dates were not yet published as of 2026-09-05. Over-the-counter licenses valid in OTC units; limited licenses by draw (application deadline early February). Bearded turkeys only. |
| Fall | September 1, 2026 | October 23, 2026 | Fall season runs Sept. 1-Oct. 23 east of I-25 (except GMU 140) and Sept. 1-Oct. 4 west of I-25 and GMU 140. Either-sex. |
| Late | December 15, 2026 | January 15, 2027 | Late season, beardless turkeys only; private-land-only limited licenses plus over-the-counter beardless licenses in listed units. |
2026-2027 seasonVerified against Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 2026 Big Game, Turkey, and Small Game and Waterfowl brochures on September 5, 2026.Source: cpw.widen.net/s/dm7sggcmdk/colorado-turkey-hunting-brochure Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Guided turkey hunts in Colorado
Experience premier fairchase archery, muzzleloader, and rifle hunts for Mule Deer, Elk, Bear, and Mountain Lion on the renowned Uncompahgre Plateau, primarily in Unit 62. Our operation spans two exceptional properties—our 6,800acre Upper Ranch and our …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Cherokee T.P. Outfitters specializes in providing “off-grid” wilderness experiences in the heart of the Rio Grande National Forest and the San Juan Wilderness. Operating with a basecamp at 9,500 feet in Jasper, Colorado, the outfit holds exclusive permits to …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
Colorado Twin Peaks private ranches offers unguided private ranch hunts on private properties located in Southeast Colorado in hunt unit 85,133,134. Southern Colorado continues to offer Elk hunters some of the best trophy elk hunting found in the entire state. …
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
San Juan Outfitting is a full-service wilderness operation that provides elite access to the rugged San Juan Mountains of the Colorado Rockies. Operating under a long-standing U.S. Forest Service permit, Jesse Bauer’s team specializes in deep-woods adventures …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
We are an all inclusive hunting ranch on private property. We have over 12k acres to hunt. We have all easy access to take hunters to tower blinds , ground blinds or one on one with a guide to spot and stock. We are a one guide per two hunters and take 5-6 …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Dominguez Outfitters is a family-owned and operated outfitting business dedicated to providing high-quality, ethical hunting experiences in the northern portions of Colorado Units 61 and 62. With deep roots in the area and a strong respect for the land and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Garvey Brothers Outfitters is a premier specialist for hunting in Unit 61, a region widely considered one of the top trophy units in Colorado for both elk and mule deer. Because this area requires a significant number of preference points—often 20 or more for …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Flat Tops Adventures operates under a special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service in the White River National Forest, providing professional guiding services for a variety of mountain activities. The operation specializes in big game hunting for elk, mule …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
High Mountain Hunts (HMH) is a premier big game guide service specializing in high-altitude adventures within the San Juan and Rio Grande National Forests. Operating under special use permits, Nick Maragas and his team focus on providing elite fair-chase hunts …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
At Highlands Unlimited, Inc., we specialize in true wilderness drop camp hunting adventures deep in the stunning San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado. Our camps are nestled within the remote Piedra Primitive Area—where no motorized vehicles are …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
HWH West Holdings LLC
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Waterfowl · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Premier Guided Big Game Hunts in Colorado At Ivory & Antler Outfitters, we deliver unforgettable, fully guided Colorado hunting experiences built on tradition, integrity, and results—without the inflated price tag. We operate across three premier Colorado …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Jackson Outfitters provides premier guided big‐game hunts across Colorado’s renowned Units 70, 70E, and 61, offering access to vast Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, and select private lands. Our hunts in the Lizard Head Wilderness take place in a …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
KB Outdoors Inc. is a family owned and operated outfitting business that has exclusive hunting rights to thousands of acres of private ranches in the Mountains of Colorado, as well as the Eastern Plains of Colorado. In our effort, we strive to provide you the …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Last Chance Outfitters (also operating under the name Silver Spur Outfitters) provides a deeply personalized hunting experience centered around the Rifle and Delta areas of Western Colorado. The operation holds a specialized presence in Game Management Unit …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Lobo Outfitters, LLC offers guided and non-guided hunts in Southwest Colorado. During the summer months, we offer fishing and camping adventures creating vivid, lasting memories for the whole family. Opportunities to experience God’s country high-above-it-all …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Medicine Bow Outfitters specializes in “Fair Chase” big game adventures in the scenic North Park area of Jackson County, Colorado. Operating under permits from Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Colorado State Forest State Park, and the Colorado State Land Board, the …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Reverse 7 L Outfitters is a high-performance big game operation that focuses on providing “first-class” fair chase hunts across a vast landscape of private and public land in Western Colorado. The operation is particularly distinguished by its exclusive access …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Rio Brazos Outfitters, Inc
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
GuideWest, a brand of Rockin’ Tri M, LLC, is a premier guide service dedicated to providing world-class hunting adventures across the diverse landscapes of Western Colorado. They specialize in high-success hunts for trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, and turkey, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Rockin Y Outfitting, LLC
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Upland Birds · Wild Turkey
Rugged Mountain Outfitters delivers premier backcountry hunting adventures across some of Colorado’s most rugged and game-rich terrain. Operating under USFS and BLM Special Use Permits in Game Management Units 53, 84, and throughout the BLM Uncompahgre Field …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Sangre De Cristo Outfitters is one of Southern Colorado’s most established hunting operations, managing access to more than 30,000 acres of prime private land in addition to extensive permits for National Forest and BLM territories. Their reach is vast, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Sawbuck Outfitters provides a quintessentially rugged Colorado experience, specializing in wilderness horseback adventures and big game hunts within the Gunnison National Forest. Based out of Crawford, Joe Cisler’s team operates primarily in Game Management …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Backcountry Outfitters is a full-service guide operation that holds special use permits for the San Juan National Forest, the Weminuche Wilderness, and the Piedra Primitive Area. These permits allow Justin and his team to lead expeditions into some of the most …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Story Creek Outfitters offers a premier, family-operated hunting experience headquartered near the majestic Spanish Peaks of Southern Colorado. The operation is based on the sprawling 40,000-acre Menegatti Ranch, a working cattle ranch that provides an ideal, …
Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Sundown Outfitters and Rio Grande Outfitters operate year-round in the rugged backcountry of southwest Colorado, offering guided hunts and wilderness experiences across the San Juan, Rio Grande, and Weminuche National Forests, as well as the South San Juan and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Timberline Outfitters is a family-owned operation that has grown from a specialized deer and antelope service into a premier, full-service big game outfitter covering Wyoming, Colorado, and Iowa. Headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the operation provides …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Track ’Em Outfitters is built on tradition, experience, and a deep-rooted passion for Colorado’s great outdoors. Hunting isn’t just what we do—it’s a family legacy that has been passed down through generations. We take great pride in welcoming hunters into the …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
At Travis Kruckenberg Outfitting, adventure is guided by purpose. Our mission is to facilitate the public’s use and enjoyment of Western Colorado’s private ranches, public lands, and designated wilderness areas—while leaving those landscapes unimpaired for …
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Elk Heart Outfitters operates in Southwest Colorado in Units 77 and 78 in the remote and rugged terrain of the San Juan National Forest. Our mission is to provide safe and memorable backcountry experiences rooted in traditional Western values. We deliver …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
31 licensed outfittersLicense status verified against Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Professional and Occupational Licenses on September 5, 2026.Source: data.colorado.gov/resource/7s5z-vewr.json Confirm an outfitter’s license with the issuing board before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm the outfitter’s license is current with the state board — every listing above links to the official record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether your tag is draw-only or over the counter.
- All licensed Colorado outfitters
- Guided turkey hunts in every state
For reference only. This page summarizes agency publications and is not legal advice or an official source; confirm dates, limits and fees with the state wildlife agency before you hunt. Regulations change mid-season. Send a correction if you spot an error. Disclaimer.