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Big Game Hunting => Elk Hunting => Topic started by: billariana on July 30, 2012, 06:08:34 PM

Title: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: billariana on July 30, 2012, 06:08:34 PM: Hello- So I drew the Peaches ridge Modern rifle tag and I am looking for input on what to expect. all I hear about is Raven roost, I drove up there in June to check it out. Looks pretty thick and steep. I was considering going in and spike camping for @4 days to get away from the crowds. my questions are:1. should I expect other hunters to do the same? 2. Which direction should I go? towards crow lake? 3. I have a few motorcycles, is it Worth riding some of the trails to get back in? 4. does the forest service close some of the roads and trails during hunting season? 5. Lastly, how hard does this area get hunted during deer season?

thanks for your time..BK
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: seth30 on July 30, 2012, 06:10:54 PM: Your going to have a lot of guests, no matter where you go up there. If you have patience you will do fine :tup:
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: Bob33 on July 30, 2012, 06:24:47 PM: The Norse Peak wilderness boundary is just west of Raven Roost. Crow Lake is in the wilderness. You'll need to go by foot or horse if you head that direction. Good luck with your plans and hunt.
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: ribka on July 30, 2012, 06:26:21 PM: plenty of elk in that area and everyone knows that. Expect a lot of company
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: summit creek on July 30, 2012, 06:35:28 PM: i saw bulls up around fifesridge last year when i was goat hunting it was about 4 miles in and steep ground the elk were there though i wouldnt want to pack one out of there without horses though
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: billariana on July 30, 2012, 07:11:47 PM: Quote from: Bob33 on July 30, 2012, 06:24:47 PM
The Norse Peak wilderness boundary is just west of Raven Roost. Crow Lake is in the wilderness. You'll need to go by foot or horse if you head that direction. Good luck with your plans and hunt.
do you think west or south west is a good direction to go? north looks like it has lots of roads and some clearcuts, will the deer hunters run the elk out of those areas?
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: billariana on July 30, 2012, 07:13:44 PM: also does anyone have suggestions for lining up someone to pack out the mighty beast with horses?
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: Smokey Bear on July 31, 2012, 07:41:55 AM: Dropping down into the valley off Ravens Roost you will have other hunters, most on horses. But you won't have ORV's and road hunters!! Chinook Pass Outfitters will pack out your animal. I believe the price depends on where you are and how far in. Good Luck!
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: ribka on July 31, 2012, 08:10:22 AM: If I had that tag I would be contacting Norsepeak . I would go in deep away from the roads on horses.

I think he can arrange for a pack in and pack out.
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: JPhelps on July 31, 2012, 08:15:59 AM: I second getting in touch with Ty (norsepeak) with Rugged Class Outfitters.
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: billariana on July 31, 2012, 06:01:32 PM: thanks for the info I will get a hold of him.
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: Opportunist on July 31, 2012, 06:59:04 PM: Which modern tag? Oct.1 or late october?
Title: Re: Raven Roost Peaches ridge
Post by: billariana on August 02, 2012, 08:05:25 PM: Oct 22 to Nov 4