Frequently
asked questions

Yes. Venator’s ranches hold multiple SCI top ranks, including the #1 overall SCI world record red stag deer scoring 1,164 2/8". Thanks to our world-class herd management, hunters have regularly taken weapon-specific red stag world record trophies here. Whether you are aiming for an official world record red deer, or seeking a high-quality, thrilling red stag trophy hunting experience, Venator delivers an unforgettable red stag hunting trip.

Red stag hunting in the United States can be found on select private ranches across the country, with Venator in Oklahoma standing out as a world-class destination. Venator USA’s hunting ranch in Oklahoma offers exceptional convenience, located just a 2-hour drive from Oklahoma City Airport and only 2 hours and 45 minutes from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), making it easy for people seeking red stag hunting in the state of Texas.

Across the United States, the red stag hunting season typically runs from late summer through early winter, depending on state regulations and whether the hunt takes place on public or private land. At Venator’s private Ranch in Oklahoma, our prime guided hunting season for red stags operates from September through December, directly aligned with the peak rutting season—often referred to as "the roar." During this window, the increased activity and aggressive vocalizations of mature stags create the ideal conditions for an exhilarating red deer stag trophy hunt.

Yes, Venator proudly holds multiple world records, including the Safari Club International (SCI) World Record typical elk (472 2/8”) and non-typical elk (591 5/8”). At Venator’s Ranch in Oklahoma, we leverage these exact world-record genetic lines to offer hunters an elite big game hunting experience right here in the USA - delivering giant, mature elk bulls with world-class antler scores.

Although elk belong to the deer family (Cervidae), they are vastly superior in size, with mature elk bulls weighing upwards of 1,000 lbs compared to a 200 lb white-tailed deer and are easily identified by their massive, backward-sweeping antlers, dark shaggy neck manes, and powerful rutting bugles. At Venator’s Ranch in Oklahoma, we host world-class herds of North America’s largest elk and red stags, providing discerning sportsmen with an elite, 5-star guided hunting experience unlike anywhere else in the USA.

Across the United States, the elk season typically runs from late summer through winter, depending on state regulations, weapon type, and public versus private land rules. At Venator’s private Ranch in Oklahoma, our prime guided hunting season for elk operates from September through November, directly aligned with the peak rutting season. During this window, the increased activity and vocalizations of elk create the ideal conditions for hunting.

Yes! Our private ranch welcomes both traditional elk rifle hunting enthusiasts and dedicated archery elk hunters throughout our entire season. If your goal is bow hunting bull elk, our terrain and guided setups are tailored specifically for elk bow hunting, giving archers close-range encounters during the peak rut.

We are 100% success of shot opportunities with clients, 100% of trophies have been recovered to date.

We hunt 80% spot and stalk through the landscape. The other 20% is out of state of the art hunting blinds built by 'High-Glass Hunting Blinds'.

We hunt one large 6000 acres of rolling topography, that is 40% covered in native trees, river systems and lakes.

Yes, we have our world renowned team staff from New Zealand upholding our Venator standard in Oklahoma.

We have a total of 7 king suite bedrooms. 7 Couples maximum are welcome at any one time.

We are successful in a total of 3 nights and 2.5 days of hunting.

We hunt from September 1st - December 15th roughly

Red stag and Elk are our only two species we hunt.

Yes, we have multiple custom Gunwerks and Exile rifles for ready use that are topped with great quality optics.

Yes, you can hunt with a bow or rifle during our whole season.

Following your successful hunt, we discuss with you your preferences with regard to the meat. You can either keep this and take it on departure or have someone collect it on your behalf. Alternatively, we can donate it for you. Talk to your hunting consultant for further information.

South East Oklahoma, 30 minutes East of Ada, 15 minutes North of Coalgate.