CO Elk Unit 34
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CO 34 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 34 spans 123,000+ acres across rugged high-country terrain, ranging from 5,600 to over 11,300 feet. With 93% public land (primarily national forest), the unit offers extensive opportunity for independent hunters. Elevation variation supports both timbered mid-country and alpine habitat, creating diverse hunting scenarios. Access is generally good via road systems and trail networks typical of Colorado national forest, though higher elevations become increasingly remote and physically demanding as you climb. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an below-average bull:cow ratio of 21:100 — indicating moderate harvest pressure on..
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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
EE025O1MRifle, Either S1
EE011P1RRifle, Female S1
EF025O1RRifle, Female S2
EF034O2RRifle, Female S3
EF034O3RRifle, Female S4
EF034O4RShow all 9 hunts ↓Show fewer hunts ↑
Rifle, Female S5
EF034P5RRifle, Male S1
EM011O1RRifle, Male S4
EM034O4R2025 & 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 | 1,002 | 102 | 10.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 585 | 73 | 12.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 355 | 29 | 8.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 62 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 952 | 81 | 8.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 445 | 60 | 14.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 455 | 13 | 3.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 52 | 7 | 13.0% |
| 2022 | 1,118 | 114 | 10.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 526 | 61 | 12.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 553 | 50 | 9.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 38 | 3 | 7.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-025-V-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EE-025-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-034-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-034-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-034-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-025-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-034-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-034-P-5-R | Aug 15, 2026 — Jan 15, 2027 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
17per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
36,480
2024 Survey
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