CO Elk Unit 201
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CO 201 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 201 spans 153,622 acres across high-elevation country (5,335–9,651 ft) with exceptional public-land access—97.3% public. This high percentage of accessible terrain makes the unit viable for unguided hunters willing to cover significant distance on foot. The elevation spread supports diverse habitat, from lower montane to alpine environments, offering multiple terrain options depending on season timing and elk movement patterns. Hunters should plan for rugged, high-country topography and prepare for steep grades and exposure at upper elevations. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an above-average/strong bull:cow ratio of 47:100—well above..
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See the full AI verdict →Draw Odds — What It Took to Draw (2024)
Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery, Either S1
EE201O1AMuzzleloader, Female S1
EF201O1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM201O1MRifle, Either S1
EE201E1RRifle, Female S1
EF201O1RRifle, Female S1
EF002L1RShow all 9 hunts ↓Show fewer hunts ↑
Rifle, Female S2
EF201O2RRifle, Female S3
EF201O3RRifle, Female S4
EF201O4R2025 & 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 | 205 | 108 | 53.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 181 | 89 | 49.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 9 | 6 | 67.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 15 | 13 | 87.0% |
| 2023 | 187 | 96 | 51.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 164 | 78 | 48.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 10 | 10 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 13 | 8 | 58.0% |
| 2022 | 181 | 80 | 44.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 157 | 68 | 43.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 10 | 4 | 38.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 14 | 8 | 60.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-201-O-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EF-201-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EM-201-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-201-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-201-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-002-L-1-R | Dec 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EE-201-E-1-R | Oct 1, 2026 — Oct 11, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-201-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-201-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
95per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
1,600
2024 Survey
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