About us

Summit County Outfitters

Enjoy your ride into the majestic Eagles Nest Wilderness on one of our seasoned horses. Along the way you'll find yourself hypnotized by the visions of elk grazing in the secluded mountain river valleys. You'll notice the lush gently sloping aspen stands leading up to the dark timber benches nestled below 12,000' peaks. The Eagles Nest Wilderness is designated wilderness which means that travel is allowed by foot or horseback only. You will never hear an ATV or chainsaw nor see much human traffic. Can there be better elk habitat on the Earth? The Eagles Nest Wilderness is situated in the White River National Forest and is home to a large portion of the White River herd. The White River herd is the largest herd of free ranging elk on the planet. At over 25,000 head, there are numerous branch antlered bulls with many at trophy potential.

Our hunts are based from camps strategically placed in the wilderness. Your guide will take you out of camp and you will be hunting the drainages and ridges all day long. You will cover lots of ground and work hard but the reward is well worth the effort. As licensed professional outfitters, we are committed to providing you with an exciting and pleasurable experience in the back country with a high percentage of success and opportunities at your trophy of a lifetime. Summit County Outfitters is licensed and registered with the state of Colorado. Our hunting unit is located in Colorado GMU 371 and 37, which is an over the counter unit with exceptions for muzzle loader and first rifle seasons. The muzzle loading season will require you to draw for a tag in April and generally requires anywhere from none to two preference points. The first rifle season requires that you draw for a tag in April and generally you will draw the tag with no preference points required. Preference points are acquired each time the hunter is unsuccessful in the draw (one point per year). All deer tags are by draw only. Deer tags in GMU 371 are generally drawn if applied for. Applications are available in late February. The application deadline is usually the first Tuesday in April.


Mike Dill

Owner & Guide

(303) 718-8174


Nearly 30 years of experience in the hunting and outfitting world, Mike has the knowledge and expertise to tailor the hunt of your needs.
That which we find difficult becomes easier over time, not because the task has become easier, but we have become accustomed to its difficulty
207.7

sq miles


The Eagles Nest Wilderness is a U.S. Wilderness Area located in the Gore Range near Vail, Copper Mountain, Frisco, Silverthorne, and Heeney, in Summit and Eagle Counties Colorado.
30

years experience


Experience and knowledge is absolutely critical when booking with an outfitter
25000

herd size


White River herd is the largest herd of free ranging elk on the planet. At over 25,000 head, there are numerous branch antlered bulls with many at trophy potential.
8

seasons to choose


We can tailor a hunt to suite your preferences, whether it be archery, muzzle loading, rifle or drop camping.

2016 Show Schedule

Now Booking For The 2016 Hunting Seasons. Come Meet Your Outfitter At A Show!
  • April 1-3, 2016Wisconsin Deer & Turkey Expo

    You will see a wide range of hunting products accessories and services at more than 570 exhibit booths. Check out the new product ‘show specials’, regular product lines, close-outs and other great bargains.
  • April 1-3, 2016State of Maine Sportsman's Show

    Please join us for the 35th Annual State of Maine Sportsman's Show. This year is shaping up to be the best show ever! Lots of NEW Vendors, New Seminars, NEW Contests, NEW Kid's Activities! March 27-29, 2015 at the Augusta Civic Center. Adults 13-64 $8, Children 5-12 $6, Seniors 65+ and Active Military $6.
  • March 30 - April 3, 2016Northwest Sportshow

    Whether you’re an avid outdoorsman or are just looking for a way to escape winter for the day, the Progressive® Insurance Northwest Sportshow is YOUR show! This annual 5-day event turns the Minneapolis Convention Center into a one-stop marketplace for outdoor fun.
  • March 11-13, 2016Ohio Dear & Turkey Expo

    You will see a wide range of hunting products accessories and services at more than 460 exhibit booths. Check out the new product ‘show specials’, regular product lines, close-outs and other great bargains.
  • March 11-13, 2016Eastern Maine Sportsman's Show

    To our knowledge, the Eastern Maine Sportsmen's Show is longest continuously produced Sportsmen's Show in the United States!
  • March 4-6, 2016Iowa Deer Classic

    Each year the Iowa Deer Classic brings to the hunters of Iowa and the Midwest a weekends worth of trophy whitetails, world class hunting seminars, hunting and outdoor exhibitors, hands-on archery opportunities and much more.