CO Elk Unit 13
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CO 13 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 13 spans 6,132–8,457 feet across 231,733 acres of mixed elevation terrain. Public land comprises just 27% of the unit—a significant constraint for DIY hunters. The majority is private ground, meaning access hinges on securing landowner permission or hunting with an outfitter familiar with local ranches. Hunters should expect to scout thoroughly before season and confirm access well in advance. The elevation span supports both lower-country and high-country habitat, offering flexibility in pursuit strategy as conditions shift through the season. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a bull:cow ratio..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Muzzleloader, Either S1
EE011O1MMuzzleloader, Either S1
EE012P1MMuzzleloader, Female S1
EF011O1MMuzzleloader, Female S1
EF012P1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM002O1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM001O1MShow all 14 hunts ↓Show fewer hunts ↑
Rifle, Either S1
EE011P1RRifle, Female S1
EF011O1RRifle, Female S1
EF013L1RRifle, Female S2
EF012O2RRifle, Female S4
EF011O4RRifle, Female S5
EF011P5RRifle, Male S1
EM011O1RRifle, Male S2
EM011O2R2025 & 2026 draw results are in
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,219 | 496 | 41.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 946 | 418 | 44.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 246 | 71 | 29.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 28 | 7 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | 1,262 | 340 | 27.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 1,012 | 273 | 27.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 228 | 57 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 22 | 11 | 50.0% |
| 2022 | 1,877 | 781 | 42.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 1,590 | 694 | 44.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 267 | 73 | 28.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 20 | 13 | 67.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-011-V-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Archery — EE-011-P-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EE-012-P-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EE-011-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-011-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-011-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EE-011-P-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-011-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-013-L-1-R | Dec 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-012-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-011-P-5-R | Oct 1, 2026 — Nov 30, 2026 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
17per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
36,480
2024 Survey
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