5-Day Missouri Rut Rifle Deer Hunt
Dates: Nov 14 - Nov 24
Location: Pilot Grove, Missouri
Game: Deer
Trip Overview
Experience the excitement of Missouri's rifle season with Espey Outfitters, where disciplined property management and limited hunting pressure provide exceptional opportunities to pursue mature whitetail bucks. For more than 15 years, Espey Outfitters has built a reputation for producing quality deer by carefully managing habitat, limiting hunter numbers, and allowing the property to rest throughout the season.
Hunters have access to approximately 4,000 acres of managed private land in central Missouri. Only six hunters are allowed in camp each week, and the property is rested for nine days every two weeks, creating a low-pressure environment where mature bucks continue to move naturally throughout the firearms season.
Whether you're chasing your first mature whitetail or searching for the buck of a lifetime, Espey Outfitters offers a professionally guided rifle hunt designed to maximize your opportunity for success.
Available Hunt Dates
November 14-18
November 20-24
2026 Availability: All rifle hunts for the 2026 season have been booked. If you're interested in hunting with Espey Outfitters, we encourage you to reach out now to reserve your preferred dates for the 2027 season, as availability is limited and hunts fill quickly each year.
Five-day fully guided rifle hunt
Comfortable lodge accommodations
Home-cooked meals
Access to approximately 4,000 acres of managed private hunting land
Experienced professional guides
Professionally maintained stands and hunting locations
Field transportation during the hunt
Game recovery assistance
2026 rifle hunts are fully booked. Contact Espey Outfitters to reserve your preferred dates for the 2027 season.
Hunt dates:
November 14-18
November 20-24
Hunts take place on approximately 4,000 acres of professionally managed private hunting land.
Camp is limited to six hunters per week to maintain low hunting pressure.
Hunting properties receive a nine-day rest period every two weeks, helping preserve natural deer movement and overall hunt quality.
Missouri hunting license and required permits are the responsibility of the hunter.
Transportation to camp, meat processing, taxidermy, guide gratuities, and personal expenses are not included unless otherwise specified.
50% Deposits are required to reserve hunting dates.
Strict 130" minimum
Specialties
Game: Deer
Weapon: Rifle
Technique: Stand Hunting
Lodging: Lodge
Difficulty: Easy
Group Size: 2-4 Guests, 5-8 Guests
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