CO Elk Unit 142
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EE-133-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-142-L-1-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Jan 31, 2027 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
33per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
1,480
2024 Survey
AI Scout Analysis
# CO 142 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** Unit 142 spans 235,672 acres of nearly 100% public land between 4,374–5,907 ft, offering excellent accessibility for DIY hunters. The elevation range supports diverse elk habitat from montane to subalpine zones. Minimal private land constraints make this unit practical for unguided hunts. **Herd Quality** The six-year average bull:cow ratio of 25:100 indicates an **average/well-managed herd** with balanced sex structure. This suggests moderate...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | resident | 9 | 8 |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | nonresident | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S1) | resident | 46 | 20 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S1) | nonresident | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Male S4) | resident | 12 | 20 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Male S4) | nonresident | 4 | 6 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | 147 | 38 | 26.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 92 | 38 | 41.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 46 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 9 | 0 | 0.0% |