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Elk Hunting

At our big game camp, you’ll enjoy rugged wilderness access without sacrificing comfort.

Trophy Elk Hunts in Oregon

Experience the ultimate elk hunt at Ruggs Ranch — home to one of the largest resident elk herds in the region.

From bugling bulls to sweeping ridgelines, our archery season opens in September, and our rifle hunts run from October through early November.

 

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Archery Elk Hunts (2025)

Limited availability — call (541) 676-5390 for booking and pricing

  • Three hunts offered, each capped at 8 hunters
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  • Usually run during the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th weeks of September

Rifle Elk Hunts

Also booking now — limited slots

  • Two “trophy elk” hunts, limited to 8 hunters each
  • Typically scheduled for the last week of October and first week of November (dates set by Oregon Fish & Wildlife)
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Amenities

At our big game camp, you’ll enjoy rugged wilderness access without sacrificing comfort. Stay in carpeted wall tents, dine on gourmet meals prepared by our executive chef, and rely on expert guides who know the terrain intimately.

Every hunt is supported from our comfortable wall-tent camp, with breakfast, trail lunches or camp lunches, snacks, and full dinners included.

Your Adventure Awaits

Ruggs Ranch offers the best experience of wild bird and big game hunting west of the Mississippi. Get lost & find yourself in one of America’s most spectacular backyards. Over 80,000 acres of true American freedom awaits for you to carve out your legacy.

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