Elk and mule deer hunting within the Bob Marshall Wildness is the quintessential Montana hunting experience. Hunters from around the world come here to fulfill their bucket list. It is truly where dreams come true.
In this unspoiled wilderness, we offer three challenging and memory-making hunts: Spring Black Bear (May), Early Season Bow Hunt (September) and the most sought after, Wilderness Bugle Elk Hunt (mid-September through October.) All hunts are led by Spotted Bear Ranch’s long time and overwhelmingly knowledgeable skilled guides.
When hunting, you can choose to stay at our backcountry campsite, or one of our cabins at the lodge. Either way, we are here to fulfill your dreams and punch your tag.
The immense surrounding wilderness is abundant with elk, thanks to our remote location and limited hunting pressure.
Our professional guides are experienced hunters who can get you close during the heat of elk rut and bugle season. You’ll never forget the soar of adrenaline when a screaming bull thunders through the forest towards you in response to your guide’s call.
Our Dean Creek hunting camp provides the perfect base to spike out with your guide. This is rugged backcountry territory that only a privileged few have trekked before. Some of the timbered range climbs to 7800 feet. It is prime hunting ground for trophy elk and mule deer. It’s also one of the last places where you can rifle hunt bugling elk.
Let us curate a hunt that is catered to your interests. Whether a one-day trip or multi-trip journey, you’ll explore Montana with an expert. We want to show you the best that Montana has to offer.
- Guided Hunts
- Guided Fly-Fishing
- Chef-Prepared Meals
- Orvis Endorsed Ranch
- Tackles and Flies Provided
- Horseback Riding
- Experience Wildlife
- Friendly Staff
What a wonderful week we had at Spotted Bear Ranch-such a special place! The staff treats you like family, the food is delicious and the fishing spectacular. We caught big bull trout and lots of cutthroats thanks to our incredible guide Tucker - we love him!!
Trevor, from Birmingham Alabama
What a wonderful week we had at Spotted Bear Ranch-such a special place! The staff treats you like family, the food is delicious and the fishing spectacular. We caught big bull trout and lots of cutthroats thanks to our incredible guide Tucker - we love him!!
Trevor, from Birmingham Alabama
What a wonderful week we had at Spotted Bear Ranch-such a special place! The staff treats you like family, the food is delicious and the fishing spectacular. We caught big bull trout and lots of cutthroats thanks to our incredible guide Tucker - we love him!!
Trevor, from Birmingham Alabama