Wyoming Elk Hunting
We do not compete in the WYOGA Elk Awards category, we like to keep our elk country quiet!
Hunting in the Tetons is Like No Place on Earth
This is Wyoming back-country horseback hunts at its finest, it’s the way elk hunting was supposed to be done. If you’re looking for a 4-wheel drive, spotting scope mounted on the pick-up window hunt this is not for you. Located between Yellowstone and Jackson Hole, we sit directly on the migration route of the most famous and historic elk herd in the world. Our guides live and breathe elk hunting, are exceptional horsemen, and very aware of what the modern-day client expects.
Our Hunts
Park Boundary Hunts
The Park Boundary Camp is situated near Grand Teton National Park and has access to five elk areas and two wilderness areas along with the Yellowstone Park Boundary. A true trophy elk camp!
1st Hunt: Archery
Duration: 7 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Arrive in camp September 4 – Leave September 12
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
2nd Hunt: Archery
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Arrive in camp September 12 – Leave September 19
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
1st Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 5 day Bull Elk Opener
Arrival: Arrive in camp September 19 – Leave September 25
Rate: $7350
2nd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Arrive in camp September 25 – Leave October 2
Rate: $7350
3rd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 7 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Arrive in camp October 4 – Leave October 12
Rate: $7350
4th Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 7 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Arrive in camp October 14 – Leave October 22
Rate: $7350
Airport Pick-up Fees No Charge
Most Outfitters add a 3% Forest Service fee on top of their rate, all of our prices shown here have already added that fee.
The Forest Service charges the Outfitter you are booked with 3% of your hunt rate.
And most Outfitters will add that fee in on top of your hunt rate, all of our prices here have already added that fee in. Airport Pick-up Fees No Charge
Location
Our main camp is located south of Yellowstone bordering the Grand Teton National Park and the Teton Wilderness.
Camp Experience
The base camp is well-equipped with spacious wall tents with flooring, wood stoves, cots, an awesome cook shack and dining tent, showers, and star-link wifi, providing a cozy and welcoming environment after a day of hunting.
The Hunt
From here we have access to an unlimited amount of country, experienced elk guides that know where they live, and great horses to get you there. Whether it’s archery, rifle bugle-hunt, migration or somewhere in between, we feel like we have an edge to provide an opportunity for that trophy bull.
Pack In Hunts
Pack-In Hunts bring you deeper into the wilderness for a more immersive and adventurous experience, with stays in remote camps situated in pristine hunting territories.
Swift Creek Pack-In Camp #1
1st Hunt: Archery
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp September 3 – Pack out September 10
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
2nd Hunt: Archery
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp September 11 – Pack out September 18
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
1st Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 5 day Bull Elk Opener
Arrival: Pack in camp September 25 – Pack out October 1
Rate: $7350
2nd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp October 2 – Pack out October 9
Rate: $7350
Swift Creek Pack-In Camp #2
1st Hunt: Archery
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp September 3 – Pack out September 10
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
2nd Hunt: Archery
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp September 11 – Pack out September 18
Rate: $7350
Types of Hunts: 1 on 1 and 2 on 1 hunts
1st Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 5 day Bull Elk Opener
Arrival: Pack in camp September 25 – Pack out October 1
Rate: $7350
2nd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp October 2 – Pack out October 9
Rate: $7350
3rd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp October 11 – Pack out October 18
Rate: $7350
Swift Creek Pack-In Camp #3
1st Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp October 11 – Pack out October 18
Rate: $7350
2nd Hunt: Rifle
Duration: 6 day Bull Elk Hunt
Arrival: Pack in camp October 19 – Pack out October 26
Rate: $7350
Airport Pick-up Fees No Charge
Most Outfitters add a 3% Forest Service fee on top of their rate, all of our prices shown here have already added that fee.
The Forest Service charges the Outfitter you are booked with 3% of your hunt rate.
And most Outfitters will add that fee in on top of your hunt rate, all of our prices here have already added that fee in. Airport Pick-up Fees No Charge
Location
We have multiple pack-in camps which gives us options to insure we’re always in the elk.
Camp Experience
These hunts include remote camps with canvas tents, cots, and basic amenities, offering a rustic and authentic backcountry experience.
The Hunt
Experienced guides, great horses, and awesome elk country create high success and opportunity rates.
Our Experienced Guides
Five family members guide elk hunters every fall and many of the others have been with Swift Creek Outfitters for years. Women family members do all the organizing and stay on top of the part that does not pertain to elk guiding.
37 years of elk-only outfitter experience, big elk country, high-end elk hunting ponies, seasoned elk guides, and the Swift Creek family members, plus our great staff, is why we call ourselves Jackson Hole’s premier elk outfitter.
Wyoming Moose Hunting
If you’ve been acquiring Wyoming moose points for 20 plus years and are ready to cash them in give us a call. If you’ve payed any attention to the WYOGA awards you’ve probably noticed that quite often our name is at the top.
- Rate on moose is $8350.00
- 12 day pack in hunt
- No kill no pay
- We have trophy bulls!
Hunting Information
DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS
A $2000 deposit is required to book any of the hunts above. Because of the demand from the day, the hunt is committed to with the outfitter, the client has 14 days to have the deposit on the books unless other arrangements have been made. The hunts above are booked on a first-come, first-serve basis. The first week of March, a letter will be sent out regarding a $2500 second payment towards your hunt plus release forms to be read, signed, and sent back along with the second payment. The second payment and release forms will be due by March 20th (only pertain to the client who is applying for the current year application period).
The elk licenses will be drawn on May 20th. The final letter will go out to the client on the 1st week of June and will include the final invoice and the final necessary information about your hunt. The final invoice will be due July 15th unless other arrangements have been made. Listed prices are valid for 2024, prices are subject to change on booked hunts and beyond.
No refunds will be made for canceled hunts whether it be for the year you apply for a license or for hunts booked in advance. All money is refundable if the license is not drawn or you can roll funds to future hunts if there is an opening. No refunds or adjustments for late arrivals, early departures, or no-shows.
LICENSES
We handle all applications through our desk. On the first week in December, a letter will be sent out obtaining an information sheet for the client to fill out and send back by the first week of January along with proper funds. After receiving the information sheet and funds, Swift Creek Outfitters will apply your information and funds to our outfitter portal, provided by the Wyoming Game & Fish Department. We advise you to return the packet as soon as possible in case of a mail glitch. We will want the packet here by Jan. 15th so that we’re not up against the deadline on Jan. 31st.
PREFERENCE POINTS
Preference points are needed to obtain licenses in Wyoming. The regional elk areas that were passed by the Wyoming Game & Fish Commission and the special elk license price increase that was passed by the Wyoming legislature will have a major impact on preference point creep.
Swift Creek Outfitters expects to draw 100% every year. Individual preference point holders are still going to have to be very responsible in obtaining a preference point every year before the Oct. 31 deadline.
| Wyoming Application DEADLINES | Wyoming License and Tag PRICES |
| The deadline dates mean that we have to have your applications in Cheyenne at 5pm of that business day | |
| Elk – January 31 | Elk
$1965 Special $707 Regular |
| Deer – March 15 | Deer
$— Special $374 Regular |
| Moose – February 28 | Moose $— |
| Preference Point Fees | Other |
|---|---|
| Preference points can be purchased between July 1 thru Oct. 31 | |
| Elk Preference Point Fees: $52.00 | Archery License Fee: $72.00 |
| Deer Preference Point Fees: $41.00 | Conservation Stamp: $21.50 |
| Moose Preference Point Fees: $150.00 | Feed Ground Stamp: $15.50 |
AIRPORTS & TRAVEL
We will pick you up free of charge from Jackson Hole Airport and take you to the trailhead and back. Most hunters flying into Jackson Hole will use a taxi from the airport to the suggested hotel, and that is where we usually meet our clients. It is always better to fly or drive in a day early and get some rest before your hunt begins. It is also always better to book your flights a few months earlier to ensure a better rate, especially if you are flying into Jackson Hole. The Jackson Hole Airport is the most convenient fly-in destination. Just make sure to start booking flights as soon as you draw your tag.
TAXIDERMY AND MEAT PROCESSING
We can suggest a good taxidermist if need be, but we recommend you take your trophy home if possible. Meat processing can be done in Jackson within 12 hours of your flight departure. All boxes are weighed out in 70 lb. boxes and dry iced ready for travel. Your meat will be cut exactly the way you want it and packaged for the amount of people in your family.
TIPS
All big game hunting guides have a lot of responsibility and hard work every day. They depend on tips to make guiding worthwhile and to ensure we have experienced guides each fall. We encourage 10 to 15 percent of the hunt price for your guide, $150-$200 for the camp cook, and $100 for wranglers and packers.
GRIZZLY BEAR PEPPER SPRAY
If you are booked on any of the Archery Hunts, we advise that you purchase a can of pepper spray. Rifle hunters can also have trouble with grizzlies, but we let them decide whether they want to make the purchase or not. Most pepper spray canisters with holsters cost $40-$50 and can be purchased at almost any sports store.
WOUNDED ANIMAL POLICY
If you draw blood whether you and your guide find the animal or not, that is your animal. We will do everything possible to find and retrieve it, but another animal will not be taken.
Contact Us to Book Your Hunt
Phone: 307-856-1226
Cell: 307-730-8830
Email: scohill@tcinc.net