Elk are an iconic species in Colorado and a hallmark of mountain spots like Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Evergreen.
With the state’s elk population at more than 280,000 animals, Colorado is home to the largest population of elk in the world, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW).
Elk roam across the mountainous regions of Colorado, making their way through meadows and alpine tundra as the species tends to travel quite a bit throughout the year. They’ll often move in herds of up to several hundred individuals as they make their yearly journey throughout the Centennial State…