8 licensed outfitters guide elk hunts in Powder River Basin. Season dates below come from the Wyoming wildlife agency; license status comes from the body that issued it.
Wyoming elk season dates
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | September 1, 2026 | September 30, 2026 | Special archery season in most elk hunt areas (Chapter 7, 2026). Some areas differ (e.g., Area 2 Sep. 20 - 30, Area 3 Sep. 1 - 14). Archery license required in addition to the elk license. |
| General Rifle | October 15, 2026 | October 31, 2026 | Most common 2026 general-license any-elk season; dates vary by hunt area (other common windows: Oct. 1 - Oct. 31, Sep. 1 - Sep. 25, Sep. 26 - Oct. 31). Limited quota Type 1 seasons commonly run Oct. 15 - Nov. 20 or Oct. 1 - Oct. 31. Consult the hunt area table. |
| Late Season | November 1, 2026 | November 30, 2026 | Typical general-license antlerless elk late season (Nov. 1 - Nov. 20, Nov. 1 - Nov. 7 or Nov. 1 - Nov. 30 depending on area). Some areas extend antlerless or cow/calf seasons to Dec. 31 or Jan. 31, 2027 (e.g., Area 3 Dec. 1 - Jan. 31; Area 7 Type 1 Nov. 21 - Dec. 31). |
2026-2027 seasonVerified against Wyoming Game and Fish Commission, 2026 hunting season regulations (Chapters 2-20, 42) on September 5, 2026.Source: wgfd.wyo.gov/media/33695/download?inline Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Elk outfitters in Powder River Basin
Nestled in the hills of NE Wyoming, just minutes from Devils Tower National Monument. We offer fully-guided hunts for Merriam turkey, elk, muley, whitetail, antelope and mountain lion. Let’s not forget our prairie dog shoots! Private room / cabin …
Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Experience Wyoming’s premier antelope outfitter set against the stunning back- drop of the Black Hills and expansive plains. Our private land hunting excursions also offer opportunities to Pursue elk, whitetail deer, mule deer, Turkey, bison & mountain lion, …
Bison · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
We specialize in antelope, elk, mule deer and whitetail deer hunts. Our hunts aren’t physically demanding as we hunt from 4-wheel drive vehicles. We hunt nearly 300,000 acres of mostly private property In Northeast Wyoming.
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer
Trophy mule deer, antelope, elk hunts. Fully lodged or hotel hunts. Northeastern Wyoming. HUNTING OUTFITTERS – 2026
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
R6 Outfitters, LLC
Specializing in trophy deer, elk, and antelope hunts with combo hunts available. Guided 4-wheel drive hunts with lodging at the historic Keeline Ranch.
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Fulltime outfitting business offering elk, whitetail, spring turkey, mule deer, and antelope hunts. Large private lease hunts along with several backcountry wilderness hunts. Both rifle and archery hunts available. All hunts fully guided with excellent, …
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Specializing in trophy elk, whitetail & mule deer, antelope, moose and mountain lion. Creating memories that last a lifetime.
Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer
Trophy deer, elk and antelope hunts in NE Wyoming.
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
8 licensed outfittersLicense status verified against Wyoming State Board of Outfitters and Professional Guides, Licensed Outfitters Directory on September 5, 2026.Source: outfitters.wyo.gov Confirm an outfitter’s license with the issuing board before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm the outfitter’s license is current — every listing links to the issuing body’s own record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether an elk tag there is draw-only or over the counter.
- All outfitters in Powder River Basin
- Wyoming elk hunting outfitters
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.