CO Elk Unit 161
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-006-V-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EE-006-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-161-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-161-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EE-161-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | either |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
24per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
5,160
2024 Survey
AI Scout Analysis
# CO 161 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 161 spans 7,800–12,100 ft elevation across 261,000 acres with 74% public land and 23% wilderness. This high-elevation terrain offers good public access and opportunity for self-guided hunters willing to navigate steep, rugged country. ## Herd Quality The 6-year average bull:cow ratio of 26:100 indicates an **average, well-managed herd**—solid foundation for consistent hunting opportunities. Population appears stable and sustainable. ## Trophy...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | resident | 527 | 455 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | nonresident | 360 | 250 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | resident | 10 | 11 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S1) | nonresident | 54 | 55 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S4) | resident | 61 | 71 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Either S4) | nonresident | 20 | 21 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S1) | resident | 55 | 301 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S1) | nonresident | 8 | 84 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S2) | resident | 260 | 504 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S2) | nonresident | 40 | 50 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S5) | resident | 86 | 165 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S5) | nonresident | 29 | 36 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S3) | resident | 93 | 170 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S3) | nonresident | 8 | 12 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S4) | resident | 4 | 20 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Female S4) | nonresident | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | resident | 272 | 245 |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader (Either S1) | nonresident | 232 | 135 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | 3,294 | 170 | 5.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 2,144 | 116 | 5.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 1,021 | 45 | 4.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 130 | 9 | 7.0% |