Big Timber Backcountry Elk Camp
A five-day archery elk camp on 22,000 leased acres of Montana high country, run out of a wall-tent camp at 7,400 feet.
Duration
5 days
Capacity
1–6 guests
Difficulty
Strenuous
Physical demand
Extreme
Minimum age
12+
Departure style
Shared or Private
Languages
English
Deposit
25% of total
A five-day archery elk camp on 22,000 leased acres of Montana high country, run out of a wall-tent camp at 7,400 feet. Every departure is run by a licensed, insured operating team who has worked this ground for years. Group sizes stay small so pacing, coaching, and logistics can flex to the people who show up.
Where you'll meet
Approximate area — within 12 miles of Big Timber, Montana
Meeting point released near Big Timber, Montana
Exact coordinates, gate codes, and access instructions are released to you once your booking is confirmed. This protects private land, leases, and put-in points.
Available dates
Sep 12 – 2026 (day: 15)
3 of 8 spots open · from $4,850
Oct 3 – 2026 (day: 6)
6 of 8 spots open · from $4,850
Oct 24 – 2026 (day: 27)
2 of 8 spots open · from $4,850
What's included
- Licensed guide for the full itinerary
- Ground transportation from the meeting point
- Permits and access fees
- Field lunch each day
Not included
- Airfare and travel to the meeting point
- Licenses or tags purchased individually
- Gratuity for guides and staff
- Trip insurance
Logistics
- Lodging
- Private room in the operator's lodge, linens and towels provided.
- Meals
- Three prepared meals daily, plus coffee, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Transportation
- Airport pickup available on request; 4x4 transport in the field.
- Equipment
- Specialty gear available to rent on site. Personal clothing not included.
- Wi-Fi in the main lodge
- Hot showers
- Secure gear storage
- Wood-fired sauna
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival & orientation
Meet the team, gear check, safety briefing, and dinner.
Day 2
Full field day
Early start, guided all day, return for dinner and debrief.
Day 3
Final push & departure
Morning session, packing, and midday departure.
Requirements
- Guests must be 12 or older unless the trip is marked family friendly
- Moderate walking on uneven ground
- Signed liability waiver before departure
Safety
- Guides carry satellite communicators and wilderness first-aid kits
- Daily weather and conditions review before departure
- Operator carries commercial liability insurance
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival. Deposits become non-refundable inside 45 days, but may be transferred once to another date within 12 months.
About Big Timber Outfitters
Third-generation Montana outfitters running horse-supported backcountry camps since 1986.
Guest reviews
- 5.0rated 5.0 out of 5
Ran like clockwork
Communication before the trip was excellent and the guides knew every inch of the country. We will book again next season.
Marcus Hale · 2026-05-18
- 5.0rated 5.0 out of 5
Worth every dollar
Small group, great food, and the team put us on opportunities all three days. Booking through URNXT Adventure was straightforward.
Priya Raman · 2026-04-02
- 4.0rated 4.0 out of 5
Great trip, tough weather
Weather turned on day two and the crew adapted well. Only note is that the early start is genuinely early.
Dale Whitfield · 2026-02-21
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