12 licensed outfitters guide elk hunts in Snowy Range and the Platte Valley. 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 Snowy Range and the Platte Valley
4x4 hunts for elk, deer, antelope, moose. Pack-in hunts, archery in wilderness. Pack hunts available for 10 day hunts also.
Elk · Moose · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
High quality, low impact, guided hunts. Specialize in novice & first time hunters, as well as the trophy hunter. Luxury hunting camp accommodations. Antelope, mule deer, elk, moose, bear & mtn. lion.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Elk, deer, antelope, moose, black bear. Personalized hunts for everyone with any weapon. 4x4 hunts on mostly private land.
Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
We specialize in trophy 4-wheel drive hunts for deer, elk, pronghorn and black bear hunts. We also have guided horseback wilderness hunts. Great meals hot showers and a comfortable stay.
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Deer, elk, antelope, mountain lion, bear Bighorn sheep and moose.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
We offer very exceptional elk hunting on our family ranch. HUNTING OUTFITTERS – 2026
Elk
Fully guided private land trophy hunts for elk, deer and antelope. 4WD spot and stalk.
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Guided hunts – mule deer, elk, antelope.
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Reliable 60 years consistent opportunities. Specializing in trophy antelope & spring black bear. We also offer mule deer & private/public land elk. Most hunts are based out of the rustic mountain lodge. Our track record shows that our clients take trophy …
Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
We offer exceptional hunting adventures for elk, deer and antelope. Hunt for elk across several different habitats within renowned unit 16. Prepare yourself for a classic western mule deer hunt in unit 70. Our land is also home to large herds of antelope, …
Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Offering affordable, fully guided, archery and rifle elk, deer, antelope, mountain lion, bighorn sheep and moose hunts.
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
Elk, deer, bear, lion, antelope, sheep, moose.
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
12 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 Snowy Range and the Platte Valley
- 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.