Welcome to HK Guiding & Outfitting

HK Guiding and Outfitting was established in 2019 with the dedication to provide quality, honest hunts and memorable experiences in the area Henry was born and raised in.  Experience is at the forefront of HK hunts with Henry's 15+ years guiding and hospitality services.  His passion and pursuit for not only hunting but connecting with fellow hunters sets him above the competition.  Expect honesty, care, professionalism, common sense and awareness.  Kylee's education is embedded in biology and her passion for hunting, cooking and business completes the HK team.  Her greatest attribute is assisting Henry's  endeavors to create this hunting lifestyle for their most important asset, family.  

 GMU 681 is located in the Rio Grand National Forest, bounded on N by Continental Divide and Arkansas River Divide between North Pass and Poncha Pass; on E by US Highway 285; on S by US Highway 285 and County Highway 114; on W by County Highway 114. 

The terrain is moderate to difficult with a mix of heavy timber, low shrubs and grasses.  Camp is located at 9,100 feet and hunts are conducted at about 10,000 feet.  Weather is dynamic with a wide range of weather systems that travel through quickly.  Expect the unexpected.   

HK offers a variety of big game hunts as it relates to the license holder.  Hunting dates are determined by CPW and we structure packages on five-day hunts with a additional "pack in" and "pack out" days.  Archery dates are pre-determined with some flexibility for additional purchase days.  Second and third season rifle has some flexibility as well.   Hunts include campsite  accommodations with tent housing, cot, chairs, shower tent, human waste tent, camp kitchen, three meals a day and heat.  A professional guide will accommodate hunters and assist with calling, navigating and game retrieval.  Hunters are responsible for travel to and from camp, appropriate clothing for all weather conditions, sleeping bag/pillow and weapon.  Hunts are structured as one guide and two hunters, unless otherwise agreed upon.

  Hunt prices are dedicated for the 2024 season with Elk and Deer, primarily.  If you desire other species, such as bear and antelope, please call us.  

A 50% deposit is required to secure a hunt.  Hunt Prices do not include State hunting license/tag, or travel.  Gratuities are how to keep good guides coming back.  They are expected between 10% to 20% based on the overall hunting experience even if you don't harvest an animal.  Thank you for keeping this in mind when wrapping up your hunting adventure.

Combo includes an elk and deer hunt together during the same five day hunt.  One on one hunts are structured as one guide with one hunter.  We can accommodate two hunters with one guide, but prefer to have two hunters know each other. for obvious reasons.  

$4,500/Hunter

$4,000/Person; Full Camp of 4 Hunters

$6,000/One on One

$2,000/Guest (Assist in Field) or Self Guided

$800/Guest (Remains at Camp)

$6,500/Combo

$500/Hunter/Additional Day

Call us for options that will best fit your needs.

Hunters are responsible for travel to and from the campsite and/or designated meeting site unless agreed upon with guide.  If hunter harvests an animal, guide will assist with field dressing/quartering and packing out.  After that, it is the hunter's responsibility to take meat and head/hide to processor, taxidermist and/or home.  We have some great recommendations.   

Necessities include: Variety of warm and cool clothing, abundance of socks/garments, hunting boots, hunting pack with knives and game bags, orange gear (rifle seasons), gloves, hat(s), sleeping bag rated for 0 degrees or below, pillow(s), weapon of choice and ammo.

Horses will be used for game retrieval, only.

HK Guiding & Outfitting requires an Agreement with Disclosures to be signed by all hunters and Outfitter to establish safety protocol, best practices and Forest Service guidelines.   In this Agreement, it's important to note that HK has a Wound Policy that terminates the hunt if hunter draws blood.  Every effort will be made to retrieve the animal.  Alcohol is permitted under certain circumstances.  Illegal drug usage is grounds for dismissal and determination is per the Outfitter's  discretion .

Per CPW: "All applicants must first purchase (online, by phone or in person at sales agents) or hold a qualifying hunting license for the current license year BEFORE applying for either the primary or secondary draws. Draw applications will not be accessible until you purchase your qualifying license. Licenses must be valid for the current 2023 license year. A 2023 Habitat Stamp will be automatically added when purchasing your qualifying license, if applicable."

Unit 681 is over the counter for elk during archery, 2nd Rifle and 3rd Rifle seasons.  Elk 1st and 4th Rifle and all Deer seasons require a limited license obtained through the draw.  If you are interested in doing a combo hunt, call us.  We can advise you with the draw and likeliness of obtaining a tag.  Primary draw deadline is typically the first week of April.  Secondary draw deadline is June 30th with a 100% priority for youth hunters.  This could be a great opportunity for your young one to get a tag that they wouldn't likely get until adulthood.  Applicants who desire Elk 1st or 4th Rifle are typically successful with 1 to 2 preference points.  Applicants for Deer can be obtained the first year for archery and  usually require 1 to 23 preference points depending on which rifle season and resident/non-resident.  Let us help you navigate this process.  

Please Visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website for more information on laws, licenses, and unique hunting options (such as youth extended options and hybrid draw) and/or call us with any questions.  We are here to help you feel confident with your hunting process and experience.