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ColoradoMule Deer

CO Mule Deer Unit 1

Total Acres
81,261
Public Land
92%
Elevation
5,008–8,858 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — DM-001-O-1-ASep 2, 2026Sep 30, 2026male
2026Muzzleloader — DM-001-O-1-MSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-001-O-3-RNov 7, 2026Nov 15, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-001-O-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
36
Avg Score
203.6
Top Score
250.4
Recent (5yr)
0

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

29per 100

2024 Survey

Population Est.

1,460

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# CO 1 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access CO 1 spans 5,008–8,858 ft with 92% public land. Forum reports describe "steep nasty" terrain with limited road access; late-season hunts face significant weather risk and road closure potential. High elevation and rugged country demand solid fitness and navigation skills. ## Herd Quality The 2024 wildlife survey shows a 29:100 buck:doe ratio — **above average** herd composition. This suggests decent recruitment and manageable hunting pressure for...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Archery (Male S1)resident151
2023Archery (Male S1)nonresident160
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)resident60
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)nonresident40
2023Rifle (Male S2)resident296
2023Rifle (Male S2)nonresident443
2023Rifle (Male S3)resident204
2023Rifle (Male S3)nonresident271

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022161594.0%
2022Rifle161594.0%