Much of the world's top trophy bull elk hunting and trophy mule deer hunting is found in Utah. Many of the largest record class mule deer and elk are being taken every season in Utah. Bearpaw Outfitters offer several options for trophy Mule Deer Hunting and trophy Elk Hunting.

Utah also has some of the best Shiras Moose hunting, Cougar Hunting, Antelope Hunting, Sheep Hunting, and the ever popular Cow Elk Hunts offer some of the best cow elk hunting available anywhere.

There’s excellent Upland Bird hunting for Pheasant, Sage Grouse, Sharp-Tailed Grouse, Chucker, Dove, Hungarian Partridge, and Forest Grouse. There's also exciting Waterfowl hunting for Canada Geese and Ducks.

Best of all, licenses are available over the counter for birds, small game, and for many of the big game hunts.

Location and Terrain

Most of the hunting areas are located in the central and northern Utah near Vernal, Price, and Logan.

Utah has a variety of terrain ranging from high desert sage covered mountains with juniper and aspen draws, to canyon lands with impressive rock formations, to high majestic forested mountains. Elevations in most of the hunt areas runs between 5500 to 9000 feet.

Hunting Methods

Hunting methods often include glassing and spotting hillsides, aspen thickets, and feeding areas and then stalking the spotted game on foot. 4x4 vehicles are often used to move from one hunt area to another and game is often seen traveling between areas. Hunters may also watch water holes and still hunt game trails and ridges.

Physical Condition

Physical condition is always a consideration; so be in as good of condition as possible for your hunt. But Bearpaw Outfitters can adjust hunting methods to also offer hunters with physical limitations a highly successful hunt.

The Outfitters

Dale Denney has been outfitting hunters in Utah for 12 years. With 30 years of guiding and outfitting experience in numerous western states, Bearpaw Outfitters have endured the test of time. The Denney Family and their crew of experienced guides have outfitted and guided hunters of all ages and backgrounds from around the world. Regardless of your age or amount of hunting experience, Bearpaw Outfitters will have a hunt that’s just right for you.

Guiding Options

Guided:  Several guide ratios are offered that include accommodations, guiding, and game care.

Semi-Guided:  Get meals and hunting advice in camp, hunt on your own, and get assistance with your game.

Unguided:  Several unguided options are offered with various accommodations, hunting advice, and maps.

Accommodation Choices

Motel “Town Hunts”:  Stay at a comfortable motel in town. BPO will pick up & return guided hunters daily. Unguided hunters drive themselves. Your room and restaurant meals are not included so remember to budget for these expenses.

Mountain Lodge:  Enjoy indoor lodging in the mountains with cooked meals in the dining room, warm indoor bathrooms, and cozy bedrooms. It’s only minutes to some hunting areas.

Hosted Tent Camp:  The camp is accessed by auto and usually has 4 to 10 Guided or Unguided hunters in camp. Includes tents, camp gear, portable toilet, kitchen area, water, cooked meals and services provided by Bearpaw staff.

Drive-In Drop Camp:  Camp is accessed by auto and suited for 2 to 8 unguided hunters. You do not have to ride horses to get to camp. Includes tent, camp gear, water, portable toilet, firewood hand saw, and hunting advice. Bring your own food.

Spike Camp:  This is a very modest camp for 1 to 3 hunters, with heat in the sleeping quarters and easy to prepare meals. Call before the hunt to verify that conditions are not too severe to camp. Bring your warm sleeping bag for the cot.

Licenses & Hunter Education

Licenses are available over-the counter for many trips with CWMU landowner tags, general season tags, and leftover limited-entry tags. There are also limited-entry draws for Mule Deer, Elk, Sheep, and Moose in top limited-entry areas. Hunters must be age 14 or older to hunt Big Game in Utah and age 12 or older to hunt small game. All hunters born after Jan 1, 1965 need Hunter Education training.

Hunter Orange

400 square inches of solid orange (not camo orange) must be worn on the chest, back, and head during center fire deer and elk seasons. A vest and hat is acceptable.

Salt Lake City Airport

It's only a 2 to 4 hour drive to Bearpaw hunt areas. See the Hunt Details page to get cheap flights and rental cars.

Driving Directions

Directions vary depending on the exact location chosen for your hunt. You’ll will be notified prior to your hunt.

Taxidermy and Meat Processing

Both services are available locally for a fee or you may choose to transport your trophy and carcass home. Meat processing is usually done in a day or two.  

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