CO Elk Unit 591
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CO 591 Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 591 spans 137,927 acres of nearly all public land across an elevation band of 5,174–6,965 feet. This mid-elevation range supports diverse habitat from lower-country mixed terrain to moderate high-country zones, with excellent public-land access throughout. The unit's composition and size make it suitable for self-guided hunters with vehicle access and pack-in potential for those seeking deeper country. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a bull:cow ratio averaging 26:100—an average/well-managed herd composition. This indicates a balanced population with a healthy age-class structure, reflecting stable harvest management and consistent bull survival..
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Muzzleloader, Male S1
EM059O1MRifle, Female S1
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 364 | 49 | 14.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 166 | 29 | 18.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 169 | 10 | 6.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 29 | 10 | 36.0% |
| 2023 | 307 | 56 | 18.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 170 | 42 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 135 | 14 | 10.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 230 | 50 | 22.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 135 | 37 | 27.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 88 | 9 | 11.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 7 | 4 | 53.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Rifle — EF-591-L-1-R | Oct 1, 2026 — Jan 31, 2027 | — | female |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
33per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
3,860
2024 Survey
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