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Nevada is always one of the top states in the West for producing big bulls. Every year, there are a handful of 380-400" bulls harvested in the state. Not every unit is producing 350" bulls, but almost every unit has the potential to do so. The 2022/2023 winter was tough, and bulls needed to put their body weight back on before they started growing their antlers. This winter has been mild with good moisture on the landscape. 2024 is shaping up to be a banner year for big bulls in Nevada. If you are sitting on a bunch of points, we recommend getting aggressive in your application strategy to try to put a tag in your pocket for 2024.
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The archery hunt is typically the best time to put your tag on a giant bull. Nearly every unit in Nevada can produce a 350" bull on the archery hunt. Most archery hunts in Nevada run August 25-September 16, which doesn’t sound that great for the rut, but elk tend to rut earlier here than other states, and these are great rut hunts for mature bulls during September. Units 061 and 062 can be tough without the aid of the rut as these seasons take place August 16-31.
Four of the muzzleloader hunts will take place during some phase of the rut. Those units are 061, 062, 072, and 078. The rest of the muzzleloader hunts are going to start October 22nd. Most of the mature bulls have pulled off the cows and can be difficult to find as they are not moving much at all. All of the non-resident elk units except 062 will have two rifle hunts. A few hunts open in October, but most are in November and into December, which can make for some cold weather hunting. These rifle hunts can be physically demanding as none of the bulls are in easy spots and have been pushed around and up higher on the mountains from preceding elk and deer hunts.
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Nevada is one of the top elk states in the West, but it comes with very steep draw odds. Anyone who wants a big bull should be applying for elk here, and if you are already applying for other species, it is an absolute must as it is only another $19 application fee. The one thing we emphasize is that you need to be applying in the draw rather than applying for points since Nevada does not have a preference draw and these tags are so difficult to draw.
Nevada elk tags are difficult to draw, and most non-resident hunters will get one Nevada elk tag in their lifetime, if they are lucky. It is a good idea to go with an outfitter if you don’t have the time and/or friends to help you have a good self-guided hunt. If you draw a tag and want to talk about doing the hunt yourself or want help choosing an outfitter, give us a call. We work with the best elk outfitters in Nevada. A lot of Huntin’ Fool Endorsed Outfitters are averaging over 350"+ on all of their hunts in the better units.
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Nevada elk tags are difficult to draw, and most non-resident hunters will get one Nevada elk tag in their lifetime, if they are lucky. It is a good idea to go with an outfitter if you don’t have the time and/or friends to help you have a good self guided hunt. If you draw a tag and want to talk about doing the hunt yourself or want help choosing an outfitter, give us a call. We work with the best elk outfitters in Nevada. A lot of Huntin’ Fool Endorsed Outfitters are averaging over 350"+ on all of their hunts in the better units.
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The Nevada application deadline is May 8, 2024 at 11:00 p.m. (PDT).
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Up-Front Fees |
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| Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) | $156 |
| Youth Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) | $16 |
| Application Fee (elk) | $19 |
| Silver State Tag Application Fee (elk) | $29 |
| PIW Application Fee | $11 |
| Bonus Point Only Fee | $11 |
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| Elk (bull) | $1,201 |
| Elk (antlerless) | $501 |
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