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Smith Fork Ranch
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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 401
Crawford, CO 81415
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Physical Address:
45362 Needle Rock Rd
Crawford, CO 81415
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Phone: (970) 921-3454
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Email Smith Fork Ranch - click
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info@smithforkranch.com
Hunting Colorado for Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, Cougar, Bobcat
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Located
deep within the Gunnison National Forest and the West Elk Wilderness area,
Smith Fork Ranch offers exceptional big game hunting in a majestic mountain
setting. Recently restored and refurbished with luxurious amenities, this
historic ranch provides access to some of the area’s best hunting country.
We pride ourselves with running efficient, high quality Elk, Mule Deer,
Black Bear and Big Cat hunts with experienced guides, excellent horses
and pack animals – and exceptional food, wine and superb accommodations.

The Ranch: located at 7100 feet. Hunting area and camps are up
to 11,000 feet. The terrain is mostly rugged and may vary from steep rocky
climbs to high mountain meadows, creek drainages and dense forested areas.
Most areas are accessible only by horse or foot. Smith Fork Ranch follows
the hunting philosophy of the fair chase and ethical hunting. All hunts
are 5-day hunts with one day in and one day out. Hunters may want to add
additional days to their hunt to take advantage of the exceptional fly-fishing
opportunities on the ranch.

Guided Hunts: Smith Fork Ranch offers the highest quality guided hunting
available in the West Elk Mountains. Our guides share decades of experience
hunting big game in these mountains. Hunters may choose to hunt from one
of eight fully-equipped camp locations or from the luxury of the Ranch
Lodgings. Guided hunts are complete with guides, lodging, meals, horses,
field dressing, and packing out your game. All guided hunts are two hunters
to one guide. “One-on-one” hunts are available for an additional charge.

Unguided Ranch Based Hunts: This hunt is for hunters who are familiar
with the area or don’t require a guide, yet enjoy the luxury of staying
on the ranch. Unguided hunts include lodging and pack-out of game.
Drop Camp Hunts: for hunters who are familiar with the area and
prefer a more solitary hunting experience without a guide, yet would like
some services to handle details of camping in the wilderness. Hunters
may choose one of 8 camps with wall tents and a cook tent for dining and
all equipment necessary.
With excellent hunting opportunities and extraordinary service, a hunt
at Smith Fork Ranch is an unforgettable experience. Call us for a hunting
packet with all the details. 970-921-3454.
Accommodations:
All of the original buildings on Smith Fork Ranch were built by hand between
1890 and 1950. Four private cabins, the guest house, the Dinner Bell Cook
House and the Old Elk lodge have been built or restored and refurbished
with modern comforts hidden within their original, historic character.
To have Smith Fork Ranch as your western mountain home, even for a week,
is an experience you won't forget. The living quarters are furnished with
primitive antiques and original American art and crafts from the hands of
the best western and Native American artisans of the past eighty years.
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