Quail Hunting

Vast numbers of Mountain Quail inhabit the regions of Southern Oregon in which we hunt. Mountain Quail may be the toughest of all quail species to hunt. With their unwillingness to fly and desire to run combined with steep and often bushy terrain it can seem daunting when chasing these birds. 

Here at ROE Outfitters we have been hunting Mountain Quail for 30 years and have been able to train our dogs on how to pin down these birds in reasonable terrain in order to offer our guests a shot. Many miles can be covered throughout the day but nearly all of our collectors have managed to finish their quail slam while here in Oregon. 

We hunt Mountain Quail from September through January. Weather can range from dry and dusty to a foot of snow on the ground depending on when you visit. 

It is best to get you and your dogs, if you are bringing your own, in shape before making this hunt. While you won’t need to climb a mountain will you need to feel comfortable covering some tough terrain.  

 

Valley Quail Hunting

Valley quail are hunted in the low lying foothills in and around the Klamath Basin. These birds can hold tight in sage brush, flush wildly 20 feet above your head from a Juniper tree or explode thunder likeas a covey under the nose of a pointing dog. These birds are fast. Fast, and a worthy species to be hunted. 

Covey size can range from 8 to 50 birds. Valley quail, also known as California Quail, are not big runners. Typically after the initial covey rise there will be a lot of dog work for singles and pairs. Valley quail typically will hold
very tight after the covey is split up. 
 

Many of our guests will come and hunt both mountain and valley quail during the same 4-5 day hunt. Alternating day works well to mix it up. In general we have two hunters with one guide on quail hunts. We can provide the pointer or you are welcome to bring your own dogs. 

Reservation & Deposit Policy
A nonrefundable 50% deposit is required to confirm your reservation dates. Refunds are only given when ROE Outfitters cancels a hunt due to hazardous conditions. We hunt rain, snow or shine. Dealing with weather is considered a normal part of the hunting experience. ROE Outfitters does not guarantee birds.