CO Elk Unit 29
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CO 29 Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 29 spans rugged high country, ranging from under 5,000 feet to nearly 13,500 feet across 282,000 acres. This extreme elevation gradient creates distinct hunting zones: lower-elevation foothills and mid-country accessible by vehicle or a short hike, and alpine/subalpine terrain requiring sustained backcountry effort. Just over half the unit sits on public land (56%), requiring hunters to navigate a mix of national forest, BLM, and private holdings. Access roads exist but become limited at higher elevations; much of the high country demands pack-in or foot access. Herd Quality Recent wildlife..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery, Either S1
EE029O1AMuzzleloader, Female S1
EF029O1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM029O1MRifle, Female S1
EF029O1RRifle, Female S2
EF029O2RRifle, Female S3
EF029O3RShow all 12 hunts ↓Show fewer hunts ↑
Rifle, Female S4
EF029O4RRifle, Female S5
EF029P5RRifle, Male S1
EM029O1RRifle, Male S2
EM029O2RRifle, Male S3
EM029O3RRifle, Male S4
EM029O4R2025 & 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 | 249 | 70 | 28.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 173 | 42 | 24.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 28 | 10 | 34.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 48 | 18 | 38.0% |
| 2023 | 261 | 73 | 28.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 190 | 56 | 29.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 30 | 4 | 13.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 41 | 13 | 32.0% |
| 2022 | 227 | 92 | 40.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 154 | 72 | 47.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 27 | 4 | 13.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 46 | 17 | 36.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-029-O-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EM-029-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EF-029-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-029-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-029-P-5-R | Sep 1, 2026 — Jan 31, 2027 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-029-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-029-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-029-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-029-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-029-O-4-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-029-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-029-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
36per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
1,600
2024 Survey
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