Oregon has 130,000 elk and more nonresident opportunity than most hunters realize. Here's what you need to know before the application deadline.

Nevada elk draw odds are brutal. But if you’re already applying for mule deer or antelope, adding elk is a $19 lottery ticket for one of the best elk hunts in North America. Here’s how to think about it.

Utah might be the single best nonresident elk state in the country right now. In this 2026 guide I break down the deadline, costs, draw system, and how to use both limited entry and OTC tags so you’re not sitting on the sidelines while your points grow.

Colorado elk is still one of the most reliable ways to plan a western hunt. Here’s how the 2026 application works, what’s changed, and how to approach it based on your points.