Black bear hunting here is built around understanding terrain, food sources, and movement patterns. From oak brush hillsides to dark timber and north-facing slopes, the ranch offers the kind of habitat bears rely on. Natural travel routes, feeding areas, and cover create real opportunities to locate and work mature bears.
Spot and stalk is the foundation. Long hours behind the glass, covering country and watching feeding patterns, then closing distance with terrain and patience. Shot opportunities are earned, whether you’re set up with a rifle or working in tighter with archery gear. Timing, positioning, and staying disciplined all come into play when it matters most.
From day one, your guide is focused on finding bears and reading sign. Glassing at first light, locating bears from a distance, and building a plan based on terrain, food sources, wind, and movement. Mornings are spent behind optics, covering open slopes and transition areas. Midday shifts to repositioning and setting up for evening activity. Afternoons and evenings are about getting into position near feeding areas and travel routes before last light.
Whether you’re hunting with a rifle or archery setup, the approach is tailored to how you want to hunt. Rifle hunts focus on spotting bears in open country, getting set up with a steady rest, and making a clean shot. Archery hunts require more patience, using terrain, cover, and careful movement to close distance and work into effective range.
Hunters will be accommodated in comfortable cabins at The LP Ranch during their stay. Meals will be served in the ranch house dining room in a family or banquet style for breakfast and dinner throughout your visit. Each hunter will also receive a packed lunch for their day out in the field.
Fall Bear season in northwest Colorado can bring a wide range of conditions, from mild early days to cold, snowy weather later in the fall. Temperatures shift throughout the day, with crisp mornings warming up before dropping again in the evening. Layering is key to staying comfortable as conditions change, including wind and possible moisture.
Please plan to arrive at The LP Ranch at least one day prior to your hunt. This gives our team time to get you settled, go over logistics, and make sure your gear is ready to go. It also allows your body to adjust to the elevation before the hunt begins. A solid night of rest beforehand goes a long way.
All Packages are 5 Day Hunts - $6500.00 USD
Our hunts are built around access, mobility, and experienced guides who know how the game move throughout the season. Hunters spend time on well-managed private ranch acreage while still having the ability to hunt surrounding public land when patterns shift.
If you’re ready to lock in a hunt, fill out the form and we’ll reach out to walk through availability, expectations, and booking details.
Do I need to apply for my license or tags?
We will coordinate all of that for you to make sure you have everything you need for your hunts.
Do I need to bring all my own gear?
We do recommend that you bring your own gear that fits your body well and keeps you comfortable. However, we do have you covered should you forget anything! We have a wide variety of clothing, gear and accessories that will surely get you through your hunt if you leave an item at home.
Who cleans the animal that I shoot?
We will take care of it all for you. From the pack out to the processing, we’ve got you covered!
What types of weapons are allowed?
We allow any time of legal hunting firearm or archery equipment compliant with the state of Colorado.
What methods of hunting do you provide?
Depending on the game being hunted, you will have the opportunity to either spot and stalk or hunt out of a comfortable ground blind.
Is orange required when I’m hunting?
During rifle seasons all hunters must wear at least 50% orange to comply with the state of Colorado hunting laws. Archery hunters are not required to wear orange.
