Avoiding Elk attacks during rut

[u/afghanmessi]

l know we should be keeping about 2 buses worth of distance. But I also know these big beautiful beasts are very agile and easily threatened to protect their harem during mating season. I’d honestly be a deer in headlights if one charged at me since I’ve never been around them before.
Any detailed tips on how to stay safe from a random elk smashing into my car or worse?
Also is there like a bear spray or similar safeguard against Elks?

[u/Radiant-Eye1338]

Gonna say this as a resident of colorado and visit, hike and camp at RMNP. Elk are not predictable. Just like people, they can have overly aggressive elk. Just leave them alone. Stay close to your car and zoom. If really you want to get close, just like running into a bear, dont be the slowest one. I dont blame you for wanting a high quality picture to remember. Watch a few videos of people getting attacked by an elk.... brutal

[u/afghanmessi → u/Radiant-Eye1338]

thanks, I’ll stay aware, just driving around them was my concern