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Your plan
- Start with odds you can drawSort elk hunts by nonresident odds at your point level.
- Know the windowsWyoming NR elk closes first, Jan 2 to Feb 2.
- Follow the checklistLicenses, points and application steps by state.
- Pack for the huntElk pack lists for Colorado, Wyoming and Montana.
From the Draw Report
- Colorado elk: Hot (median 62%) · top odds: EE003O4R 100%; EE003P1A 100%
- Wyoming elk: Fair (median 25%) · top odds: Area 28 Type 4 100%; Area 35 Type 4 100%
- Montana elk: Fair (median 20%) · top odds: 210-03 100%; 370-02 100%
As of Oct 23, 2026. How we grade.
First-time NR elk kit
Three tiers, one job each. Vortex optics are field-tested by our team; everything else is selected from reviews and specs. Brands cannot buy a spot.
- Top pickLeupold BX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 10x42 binoculars
Sharp edges and strong glare control for the last light of the day. Selected from reviews and specs.
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- Mid pickVortex Diamondback HD 10x42 binoculars
Bright HD glass for all-day glassing, harness-ready, VIP lifetime warranty. Field-tested by our team.
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- Best value pickVortex Crossfire HD 1400 laser rangefinder
Angle-compensated ranging for steep elk and mule deer ground. Field-tested by our team.
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