Guided hunts with tags included means your hunting tag is secured through a legal state program outside of the traditional public draw system. Depending on the state, that tag may come from a landowner tag, a voucher tag, or another approved allocation program. You book the hunt, the outfitter secures the tag through that system, and you avoid waiting years to draw. These aren't loopholes or private licenses. They're legal wildlife management programs created by state agenci

Get the full breakdown of the 2026 Colorado elk draw: deadlines, secondary draw dates, preference points, GMU changes, and how to hunt elk this year with or without the draw.

Ready for your next adventure of a lifetime? When you prepare for your Colorado elk hunt, it is key to realize just how diverse the terrain is throughout the state, giving you an unforgettable pursuit. Urge2Hunt is your personal hunting consultant that gives you over 35 years of experience setting up hunters like you with the guides you need for ultimate success. We offer top tier guided hunts on private lands throughout the United States, especially in premier locations acro

By Serge Engurasoff, Founder, Urge2Hunt. Hunting for 35+ years; arranging guided hunts and landowner tags through Urge2Hunt since 2010. Member: Safari Club International, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Mule Deer Foundation, Ducks Unlimited. Last reviewed: August 2026 The best state for mule deer hunts depends on what matters most to you. If your priority is hunting sooner, Colorado and New Mexico offer more flexible opportunities. If you're chasing a true trophy buck, Nevada