CO Black Bear Unit 53
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — BE-053-U-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Archery — BE-053-O-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — BE-053-U-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — BE-053-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — BE-053-U-5-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — BE-053-O-1-R | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
Trophy Data
AI Scout Analysis
# CO 53 Black Bear — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Rugged high-elevation unit (5,323–12,688 ft) with 31% wilderness and 80% public land. Steep terrain and significant wilderness coverage means most hunting occurs on foot in remote drainage systems. Excellent public access for DIY hunters willing to pack into rough country. ## Herd Quality & Population Trophy record data indicates a strong historical black bear population in the region. The 2010s decade saw consistent trophy production...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Archery (Either S1) | resident | 21 | 26 |
| 2023 | Archery (Either S1) | nonresident | 3 | 3 |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | resident | 6 | 7 |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | nonresident | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | resident | 175 | 243 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | nonresident | 67 | 82 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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