1x1 Rifle Deer/Elk Combination Hunt
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with Elk White-tailed deer included
Tim and Joanne, Owners
United States
Response rate: 100%
Response time: within a week
More about us
Our company was established in 1992 and operates in 1 territory.
- Why hunt with us, that's a good question. And rather than give you a song and dance, we promise to give you the straight skinny. So, here are the primary reasons we believe you should at least consider hunting with us.
- --We've been in business since 1992.
- --We're honest and straightforward and recognize we're not for everybody. If we don't have what you're looking for, we'll tell you.
- --There are no feeders or fences around here (not that there's anything wrong with that). But we hunt hard the old fashioned way and combine all the elements of still hunting, spot and stalk, stands, calling , etc.
- --There are no crowds in our area. We are the only outfitter in the concession. We rarely see another hunter during the day.
- --We are a small operator. As owners Joanne and I are still one hundred percent active in day to day operations. If you call, it's likely one of us will pick up.
- --Our guides are first and foremost great guys and terrific companions. They are local and very experienced hunters and guides.
- --This northwest corner of Montana is spectacularly beautiful. It's not typical big sky country. Instead, it's a place where the Pacific Northwest ecosystem crashes into the spine of the northern Rocky Mountains.
- We've been in business since 1992. We offer good, old fashioned hunts and have over 200 square miles of game rich habitat in our concession here on the Kootenai National Forest. We spot and stalk and still hunt and employ all facets of those two techniques including calling and the use of stands. hunt hard and employ all thelements and techniques involved
- In 1992 we incorporated our Company with the full realization that this business is ultimately about customer service. Sure we’re nuts for Montana upland bird hunting and chasing trophy whitetails and elk. We also know that impatient, cranky guides are intolerable and that you should never, ever have to deal with one. Period. We offer good, old fashioned hunts and we like to earn out trophies. all these years we’re confident with our day to day operations, always appreciate suggestions, and promise to give you 100%.
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About this hunt
Hunt trophy whitetail deer and elk on the same hunt with no additional trophy fees. If you're looking for an authentic, good, old fashioned hunt this is the adventure for you! This corner of Montana is located within the game rich Kootenai National Forest and we have over 200 square miles of territory in our concession. This is mountainous country predominantly made up of coniferous timber and this area looks and feels more like the Pacific northwest than traditional Big Sky Country. We like to earn our trophies. We like to match wits with big animals, hunt the old fashioned way and employ all traditional elements of still hunting, spot and stalk, stands, and calling. Our mature whitetail bucks average in the 130"-150" B&C range. Since elk are always hard to come by no matter where you're hunting we believe any bull is a trophy bull. The elk portion of this hunt is basically opportunistic. If it's legal, we'll have you take a shot. Imagine not seeing another hunter in the field during the day. You can't? Well, that's pretty much the norm here. This is big country with relatively very few people in the area. Lots of game and very few people. Just the way we like it.
Guided
(Regular trip)
Rifle Hunting
Stalking
Hunting season: 25 Oct 2025 - 29 Nov 2025
Best time for hunting: 25 Oct 2025 - 29 Nov 2025
Success rate
Our elk success rate is comparable to most other public land hunts in Montana and averages between 20-30%. Our whitetail hunting is very good and in a manner of speaking could be considered 100% depending on your definition of a trophy. We honestly and firmly believe that a trophy is in the eyes of the beholder. More specifically, our success rate on mature, 4.5 plus year old bucks averaging between 125"-150" Boone and Crockett is approximately 50%.
Where you will hunt
Territory
We are fortunate to have a huge game rich concession here in the extreme northwest corner of Montana permitted by the Kootenai National Forest. This area is not typical big sky country. Instead, it’s a place where the Pacific rainforest ecosystem crashes into the spine of the Rocky Mountain, a place of big, coniferous forests full of huge western larch, Douglas fir, cedars, lodgepole pines, ponderosa pines, and a place of tremendous biological diversity regarding both flora and fauna. This area is thick, green, lush, and every day smells like Christmas when you’re in the woods. To that end, we employ all aspects of traditional still hunting including spot and stalk, stands, calling, and stalking throughout a typical day.
Fence type: Not fenced
Territory size: over 100 square miles
Languages spoken by staff: English
Operating since: 1992 year
Structure by elevation
Hills: 50%
Mountains: 50%
Structure by landscape
Forest: 100%
Entertainment services
Fishing
Where you will stay
Log Cabins
We have three handcrafted log cabins located in Yaak Valley, Montana. They are well appointed, have everything you need, and are easily accessible off the main Yaak road just beyond the 35 mile mark in the upper valley. Access to the Yaak River and the surrounding Kootenai National forest is immediate offering easy family activity time if you desire. Each rental cabin has a queen bed, sleeping loft with two twin beds, one bathroom, a full kitchen, and a gas grill on the porch. We want to assure you that they are also well equipped and furnished with all kitchen and cooking utensils. All you need to bring are groceries and personal items. We provide flannel sheets, down comforters, and satellite Internet connections. The stars here are so bright at night that you can practically hear them. All of these benefits make for a wonderful stay in Yaak at our Montana cabin rentals.
Facilities: Internet Bathroom Ensuite shower Fridge Electricity
How to get there
Three major airports serve this area. Spokane, WA, about 3 hours away, Kalispell, MT about 2 hours away, and Missoula, MT about 4 hours away. Please contact us for road directions.
Nearest airport: Kalispell, Montana or Spokane, Washington
Distance from airport: 125 miles
Transfer from airport: No
Transfer from railway: No
Other information
Gun rental: No
Vaccination required: No
Terms
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- Transport on territory
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- Lunch
- Beverages/soft drinks
Cancellation
- If client cancels after March 1 of the year of the hunt, the full balance is still due. All deposits and payments are non-refundable and non-transferable with an exception for not drawing a license.We strongly recommend that our guests purchase travel insurance.
Price DOES NOT include
- Transfer from/to airport
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities
- Gun rental & ammunition
- Hunting license - appr. $1041.00 TBD (Big game combo license (deer and elk)
- Insurance - we strongly recommend trip insurance
- Montana accommodations tax
Wounding
- Wounded animal is considered as harvested.
Price Includes
- Accommodation
- Transport on territory
- Guiding by PH
- Field trophy preparation
- Lunch
- Beverages/soft drinks
Price DOES NOT include
- Transfer from/to airport
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities
- Gun rental & ammunition
- Hunting license - appr. $1041.00 TBD (Big game combo license (deer and elk)
- Insurance - we strongly recommend trip insurance
- Montana accommodations tax
Cancellation
- If client cancels after March 1 of the year of the hunt, the full balance is still due. All deposits and payments are non-refundable and non-transferable with an exception for not drawing a license.We strongly recommend that our guests purchase travel insurance.
Wounding
- Wounded animal is considered as harvested.
Payment
Deposit
Final payment
Reviews (12)
Everything was perfect!
Cabins were pristine and well stocked. The owners went above and beyond to make sure I didn’t need anything. My guide is the best of the best. I’ve booked a whitetail deer hunt and can’t wait.
Montana Mountains At Their Finest
Beautiful country. Sean was a very knowledgeable guide and worked his butt off to put Dad and I on game. They know the mountains in the Yaak, and how to interact with the game. They'll let you hunt in the style you want to.
Didn't fill a tag in the end, but that wasn't their fault. We saw game, our target game, had our chances, just turned into one of those weeks where the stars didn't all align. Still one of my most memorable hunts.
One of my best all around guided hunting experiences
Where to start? I loved that Tim helped us through every step of preparing for the hunt, from when to apply for tags to what to bring. Our guide, Jeremy, listened to us and honestly cared about making this hunt “Our Hunt”. Loved the cabin. Our hunt fell during the Thanksgiving Holiday, my husband and I joke about it being one of our favorite Thanksgivings. I can’t recommend Linehan Outfitters enough. I have hunted with several outfitters and they are one of my favorites.
I didn’t like that I never caught sight of the Grizzly that left those huge tracks. It would have been a dream come true to glass him off in the distance....way off in the distance.
Reviews
Everything was perfect!
Montana Mountains At Their Finest
One of my best all around guided hunting experiences
Great people
Doug and Ali hunt
Tough hunting but worth it
Super qualified professional
Weather turned hot, didn't get a bear, our guide Sean was amazing and worked really hard to find us one.
Excellent hunting experience
Worth the experience!!
Quality Hunt in Fantastic Setting
Awesome Experience
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Tim and Joanne, Owners
Response rate: 100%
Response time: within a week