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ColoradoMule Deer

CO Mule Deer Unit 143

Total Acres
441,698
Public Land
9%
Elevation
4,583–6,878 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Rifle — DE-137-O-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 3, 2026either

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
28
Avg Score
193.6
Top Score
230.2
Recent (5yr)
2

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

50per 100

2024 Survey

Population Est.

1,900

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# CO Unit 143 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 143 spans 4,583–6,878 ft elevation across 441,698 acres with only 9% public land. This is a heavily privatized unit requiring significant trespass permission or access agreements. Low public-land availability makes DIY hunting challenging unless you have established landowner contacts in the area. ## Herd Quality The 2024 wildlife survey shows a 50:100 buck:doe ratio, indicating an **above-average** herd composition with reasonable mature...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Archery (Either S1)resident44
2023Archery (Either S1)nonresident1615
2023Muzzleloader (Male S2)resident33
2023Muzzleloader (Male S2)nonresident89
2023Rifle (Either S2)resident26
2023Rifle (Either S2)nonresident12

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023551934.0%
2023Rifle531833.0%
2023Muzzleloader2144.0%