Elk in Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Elk in Great Sand Dunes National Park. Credit: NPS/Patrick Myers

Authorities with Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Colorado are seeking information related to a suspected elk poaching incident that occurred around September 9th-10th, 2025, in the Hudson drainage area near Mosca, Colorado.

The area occurred in the National Preserve area. Parks authorities are specifically seeking information in relation to a dark-colored Ram pickup truck and an approximately 6-foot tall Caucasian male. The man has brown hair, a close trimmed beard, and was wearing camouflage, a ball cap, and a backpack.

The subject may have had a compound bow with bright fletching in addition to two elk antlers (4-5 points, no skull). If you were in the area or have any information related to the suspected poaching, you’re asked to contact the service by either calling 719-589-5807 or emailing GRSA_Law_Enforcement@nps.gov. Tips can be made anonymously.

Nolan Deck is a writer for Unofficial Networks, covering skiing and outdoor adventure. After growing up and skiing in Maine, he moved to the Denver area for college where he continues to live and work...