CO Elk Unit 59
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CO 59 Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 59 spans 414,000 acres across a dramatic elevation range from 4,750 to 14,106 feet, encompassing both lower-country pinyon-juniper and sagebrush through high-elevation alpine meadows and peaks. Public land comprises 41% of the unit, leaving significant private checkerboard that will complicate planning. The mix of accessible lower elevations and rugged high country creates routing options for different hunter fitness levels and seasons. Herd Quality The recent wildlife survey data shows an average bull:cow ratio of 26:100, indicating an average, well-managed elk herd. This ratio reflects balanced recruitment and sustainable harvest..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Muzzleloader, Female S1
EF059O1MMuzzleloader, Male S1
EM059O1MRifle, Female S1
EF059O1RRifle, Female S2
EF059O2RRifle, Female S3
EF059O3RRifle, Female S4
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Rifle, Female S5
EF059P5RRifle, Male S1
EM059O1RRifle, Male S4
EM059O4R2025 & 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 | 704 | 135 | 19.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 401 | 85 | 21.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 258 | 36 | 14.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 45 | 13 | 29.0% |
| 2023 | 727 | 59 | 8.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 394 | 46 | 12.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 278 | 13 | 5.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 55 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 697 | 62 | 9.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 392 | 32 | 8.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 246 | 20 | 8.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 59 | 9 | 15.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — EF-059-V-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Archery — EE-059-V-1-A | Sep 2, 2026 — Sep 30, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EM-059-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader — EF-059-O-1-M | Sep 12, 2026 — Sep 20, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-059-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-059-P-5-R | Sep 1, 2026 — Jan 31, 2027 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-059-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EM-059-O-4-R | Nov 18, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-059-O-1-R | Oct 14, 2026 — Oct 18, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-059-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle — EF-059-O-3-R | Nov 7, 2026 — Nov 15, 2026 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
33per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
3,860
2024 Survey
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