We live in the information age, where life is more complicated day by day. So it’s really important to have the exact knowledge of the things. Nowadays, new hunters make things too complicated, but in reality, it doesn’t have to be. If you hunt a white-tail deer easily then there is no reason by which you can hunt elk successfully. Do the research set up the tent, list your hunting gear, and never look back.
Once you have grasped the basics of elk hunting you can turn yourself towards the electronic age. Also, read our best turkey hunting book post if you love to hunt turkeys in the woods.
Overview of 7 Best Elk Hunting Books
1. Elk Hunting the West-revisited Book
Best Overall
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 262 pages
- Dimensions:- 8.9 x 6.2 x 1 inches
- Author:- Mike Eastman
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition January 1, 2013
2. Public Land Elk Hunting Book
Black & White
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 192 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Matthew Dworak
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition August 23, 2013
3. Jumpstart Elk Hunting Book
Best Budget
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 190 pages
- Dimensions:- 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
- Author:- Brian E Baldwin
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition April 6, 2010
4. The Modern Elk Hunter Book
Best For Deer Habitats
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 176 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Todd C Wilson
- Published:- April 3, 2014
5. Petersen’s Bowhunting Modern Elk Book
Best For Bow Hunter
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 227 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Patrick Meitin
- Published:- January 1, 2008
6. The Ultimate Guide to Elk Hunting
Good One
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 240 pages
- Dimensions:- 5.9 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches
- Author:- Bob Robb & Gerald Bethge
- Published:- December 1, 2000
7. The Elk Hunt: The Adventures of Wilder Good
Best For Pro Hunter
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 110 pages
- Dimensions:- 5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
- Author:- S. J. Dahlstrom
- Published:- August 27, 2013
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1. Elk Hunting the West-revisited Book
Best Overall
⚙ Main Specifications
- Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 262 pages
- Dimensions:- 8.9 x 6.2 x 1 inches
- Author:- Mike Eastman
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition January 1, 2013
★Why You Read This Book
- Descriptive nature of the book
- 4.5/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- 50 years life span in this book
This book is best for a new elk hunter. By new elk hunters, I’m referring to someone with very little hunting experience. In this book, you will get lots of valuable information as a new hunter. If you are a master in elk hunting, then this book is not cover in-depth details when it comes to more advanced tactics.
Mike Eastman spends his 50 years life span observing and pursuing the elk and mule deer. As a youth, Mike loves studying and hunting. In this book, you will know about the different types of hunts and wilderness elk hunting techniques. After reading the book your perspective about the mountain hunt is going to change. Moreover, and the end it will benefit not only elk hunting but all-mountain hunting games. If you are a new hunter recommend buying now.
2. Public Land Elk Hunting Book
Black & White
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 192 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Matthew Dworak
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition August 23, 2013
★Why You Read This Book
- Things you need to know before going for a hunt
- 4.3/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- 25+ years of experience in elk hunting
This book is perfect for someone who doesn’t know where to start. Matt Dworak is a Colorado native and he was first introduced to elk hunting by his father. Nowadays, Matt is active in the Colorado archery community and serves as the president of the Fort Collins Archery Association. He has been hunting elk for over 25+ years.
If you are planning to hunt for elk and go out west, then this book is a perfect guide for you. Matt is a native of Colorado, who has the local knowledge of west elk hunting. His book covers all the important topics such as packing, important hunting gear, fitness, land access, corner crossing, etc. In reality, most of the hunters, who have had unsuccessful hunts in the mountains, can come up with much of the same advice as you read in this book. Don’t think to buy, buy it.
3. Jumpstart Elk Hunting Book
Best Budget
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 190 pages
- Dimensions:- 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
- Author:- Brian E Baldwin
- Published:- 2003, Revised Edition April 6, 2010
★Why You Read This Book
- Smartly explains things step by step
- 4.3/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- How to find elk in the mountains.
Jumpstart Elk Hunting book is best for both veterans and new hunters. While I am reading this book I found that Brian E Baldwin breaks everything down step by step for their readers. He thinks so smartly while writing the book so you get the right knowledge about elk hunting.
According to Brain, know more about your hunting, rather than knowing your backpacking. In this book, he smartly explains how to find elk in the mountains with the help of Google Earth. He taught me new things that help me to make my hunting life easier while I am on the hunt. If you are looking for an elk hunting book that will put you into elk, no matter what is your level….buy the book!
4. The Modern Elk Hunter Book
Best For Deer Habitats
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 176 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Todd C Wilson
- Published:- April 3, 2014
★Why You Read This Book
- Advises how smartly use resources
- 4.6/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- Everything about west elk hunting
This is the best book for those who want to know more about west elk hunting. According to Todd C Wilson, elk hunting is easier than other hunting like bear hunting, eastern whitetail hunting, moose hunting, etc. He taught about the resources to remember as a hunter at your fingertips and also advises how smartly utilize them.
Great book, while reading the book you find that it is written by an expert hunter. This book is helpful for how to apply for tags in the western states and touches on strategy, and tactics briefly. I recommend this book for a new hunter to a novice. Moreover, vets will not learn much but they will be going to enjoy the elk hunting stories.
5. Petersen’s Bowhunting Modern Elk Book
Best For Bow Hunter
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 227 pages
- Dimensions:- 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Author:- Patrick Meitin
- Published:- January 1, 2008
★Why You Read This Book
- One of the best deer hunters in America
- 4.3/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- Everything about hunting elk with a bow
Patrick Meitin is a master in elk hunting, especially with a bow. In this book, he taught about how to hunt an elk with an archery tackle. Really he provides great tips, tactics, and strategies for elk hunting.
One of my friends loves bow hunting and he recommended this book to me. Also, he shared his last year’s hunting season experience. After following Patrick Meitin’s advice he was able to hunt 2 bulls in the first 25 hours of the hunting season with a bow. Isn’t it really great? If I could only recommend one ‘elk bowhunting guide’, this is it!
6. The Ultimate Guide to Elk Hunting
Good One
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 240 pages
- Dimensions:- 5.9 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches
- Author:- Bob Robb & Gerald Bethge
- Published:- December 1, 2000
★Why You Read This Book
- Stories of most experienced elk hunters
- 3.9/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- Local hunting knowledge of West and North America
In this book, Bob Robb and Gerald Bethge track down some of the most experienced elk hunters and reveal their key to success. Bob has famous for its western elk hunting and Gerry is famous for its big game hunting across North America. Both have been hunting for nearly 25+ years. Best book for the active hunter and for veterans.
“The Ultimate Guide to Elk Hunting” is written and summarized so well with enough details to answer all the basic questions related to elk hunting. The book covers a lot of helpful information about how to create a toolbox for the task. This book is a little beyond our expectations and recommends active hunters or veterans.
7. The Elk Hunt: The Adventures of Wilder Good
Best For Pro Hunter
⚙ Main Specifications
- Paperback:– 110 pages
- Dimensions:- 5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
- Author:- S. J. Dahlstrom
- Published:- August 27, 2013
★Why You Read This Book
- Stories of most experienced elk hunters
- 5/5-Star Rating over Amazon
- Local hunting knowledge of West and North America
S. J. Dahlstrom lives and writes in West Texas. He won the Wrangler Award from the National Cowboy Hall of Fame. In this book, he wrote a story about the outdoor life of a 12-years old boy and his 72-years old elder mentor.
While I am reading this book it reminds me of the time when I was a 14 years old boy. At that time I was following my grandfather to engage in outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking. This book did not include the tips and tactics for masters in elk hunting. I recommend to every parent whose children are just experiencing what hunting is really, to buy it for your children.
Conclusion:-
Well, above I mentioned the best elk hunting book that taught different strategies and tactics of elk hunting. Each elk hunting book has its own stories, I mentioned the overview of each book so you buy the exact one for your elk hunting. If unfortunately, I missed your favorite elk hunting book, please let me know below in the comment about your favorite and help others to guide why this one is best.
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