This is one of the most contentious questions among hunters. The answer is, no, the 6.5 Creedmoor is not too small for elk. I’ve shot several bulls with the 6.5 Creedmoor and know of dozens of others that have been taken cleanly with the cartridge. Its track record on big animals is too clear to ignore. That said, there are plenty of folks who don’t believe it is up to snuff, and fortunately for them there are plenty of larger cartridges to choose from.