Mountain Goat Hunting in BC
SCoop Lake Outfitters | British Columbia, Canada
We have lots of goats!
“Most of our mountain goat hunts are by horse back, from well-equipped and warm, comfortable cabins.”
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Our exclusive guide area is home to one of British Columbia’s largest and most robust mountain goat populations.
While these majestic white animals are often associated with the highest, most inaccessible peaks, our territory offers a distinct advantage. As expert mountain goat outfitters, we have an exclusive 2.5 million-acre guide area where goats thrive in more accessible terrain. Most of our hunts are conducted by horseback from warm, comfortable cabins. You will spend a large portion of your time riding and glassing, and trying to get above your goat. While this is not to say you don’t need to be in shape, it does mean a successful hunt doesn’t require technical climbing. With a 95 percent success rate, our reputation as a top-tier hunting guide in BC for mountain goat is well-established.
Mountain Goats are a very beautiful animal, and most of our clients choose a life-size mount. A key aspect of a trophy goat is excellent hair, which is why we hunt from August 25th to October 15th. In our northern BC location, this timing ensures prime coats. Our goats average 9-9 1/2 inches, and you can book a guided mountain goat hunt in combination with Moose, Caribou, Elk, Black Bear, and Wolf.
The Scoop Lake Advantage
How the Hunt Works
Arrival & Orientation
Charter Flight Into Camp
Horseback Travel
Ride Into Remote Basins
Glassing & Elevation
Spotting & Judging Rams
Ethical Harvest & Pack-Out
Responsible & Efficient
Backpack Mountain Goat Hunt.
For hunters willing to put in the work, a backpack goat hunt in the Cassiar Mountains is as rewarding as it gets. You’ll move on foot through some of the most dramatic alpine terrain in northern British Columbia, glassing rugged ridgelines, closing distance on your own two legs, and earning every yard. This is a physically demanding hunt that requires solid conditioning, but the payoff is an experience that stays with you.
At Scoop Lake, we’ve built one of the healthiest Mountain Goat populations in the province through a self-imposed commitment to only harvesting Billy Goats, even though regulations permit taking Nannies. That discipline shows in the field. It’s not uncommon for clients to glass 30 or more goats in a single day. You’re not hunting a token population; you’re hunting country that’s been managed with intention.
Ask about our two-on-one backpack goat hunts: two hunters, one guide, for a more dynamic and social experience without sacrificing quality. This hunt can also be combined with Black Bear or Wolf, making it a versatile option for hunters looking to maximize their time in the backcountry.
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Horseback Mountain Goat Hunt.
Don’t mistake “horseback” for easy, this is still a mountain goat hunt, and the Cassiar Mountains don’t flatten out for anyone. What the horses give you is reach: access to remote drainages and high country that would take days on foot, covered in a fraction of the time. It’s physically demanding in its own right, but the horses change what’s possible.
The same trophy-quality hunting applies here. Our herd management philosophy: Billy Goats only, no exceptions, means the goats you are glassing are part of a thriving, largely un-pressured population. Great guides, genuine wilderness access, and numbers that back it up.
Two-on-one horseback goat hunts are available and highly recommended for the experience. This hunt pairs exceptionally well with a Horseback Moose Hunt; two of British Columbia’s most iconic species, and one unforgettable wilderness trip.
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Experience the History
A Long-Term Stewardship ApproachSelective Harvest • Herd Health • Conservation Focus
A Family Tradition
The Cary family has guided hunters in Northern BC for generations. Our legacy is built on knowledge, trust and a commitment to the land.
