Elk Ridge Ranch

Elk Ridge Ranch, elk, Linn, MO, is set in Osage County near Jefferson City. The ranch has been raising elk for more than a decade as part of sustainable wildlife programs and holds memberships in national conservation organizations with regular health screenings. Its approach balances free-range pastures with attentive monitoring to support natural behaviors.

Calves receive daily handling to encourage gentle temperaments and are introduced to herd dynamics in open pens. Morning and evening checks ensure each elk has regular health evaluations and a varied diet of pasture grasses and supplemental hay. Elk Ridge Ranch maintains detailed records of antler growth and lineage, reflecting a commitment to transparency and responsible breeding. They collaborate with state wildlife biologists on population management and share insights on herd health with neighboring ranches. The property’s central Missouri location offers easy access for breeders and enthusiasts throughout the region.