CO Elk Unit 551
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CO 551 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 551 spans nearly 350,000 acres across high-elevation terrain (7,800–13,200 ft), with over 91% public land providing exceptional access. This is a sprawling unit suited to hunters willing to cover distance and elevation. The high public-land percentage means minimal permission-seeking and straightforward navigation to huntable ground. Elevation diversity—from mid-elevation forests to alpine—supports varied elk habitat and allows flexibility in pursuing animals across different vertical zones depending on season conditions and elk movement. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys document an average bull:cow ratio of 23:100, indicating a below-average herd composition..
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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
EE551O1AMuzzleloader, Female S1
EF551O1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM551O1MRifle, Female S1
EF551O1RRifle, Female S2
EF551O2RRifle, Female S3
EF551O3RShow all 9 hunts ↓Show fewer hunts ↑
Rifle, Female S4
EF551O4RRifle, Male S1
EM551O1RRifle, Male S4
EM551O4R2025 & 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 | 1,574 | 260 | 16.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 1,325 | 208 | 16.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 164 | 33 | 20.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 85 | 19 | 22.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 176 | 26 | 15.0% |
| 2023 | 1,443 | 157 | 11.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 1,182 | 124 | 11.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 85 | 7 | 8.0% |
| 2022 | 1,550 | 227 | 15.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 1,298 | 190 | 15.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 168 | 27 | 16.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 84 | 9 | 11.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EE-551-O-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EM-551-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EF-551-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-551-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-551-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-551-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-551-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-551-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-551-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-551-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-551-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
24per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
7,310
2024 Survey
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