I would say look at a muzzleloader hunt, the elk are still heavy in the rut. Also look at areas that have more than one non resident tag. With 14 points you would increase your chances, had a guy from Michigan draw with only 3 points. If your planning a DIY hunt a 360 to 370 bull may be...
Hey crittergitter, I remember ready that story about your friend Dan. Great that you could help such a deserving guy. Incredible story and hunt you wont forget!
Muzzlehunter, I got my first muzzleloader 22 years ago and thats all I've hunted with since then. With the exception of a few antlerless tags I've used a rifle on.
Wyatola, I live right by the oquirh mountains if your in need for some info let me know, lot of private on the east side. As far as out of staters looking to hunt Utah look at draw odds dont set your sites on the premium units, those are almost impossible odds. I have a cousin from Michigan that...