CO Mule Deer Unit 181
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CO 181 Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Unit 181 spans high-elevation terrain from 7,300 to nearly 12,000 feet across 116,000 acres of mixed public and private land. With 61% public access, you'll find huntable ground on national forest and public parcels, though private sections will require permission. The dramatic elevation range supports both mid-elevation timber and high-alpine basins — classic Colorado mule deer country with transition zones that concentrate animals seasonally. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an above-average buck:doe ratio, reflecting a well-managed deer population with a solid proportion of mature males. This translates to reasonable..
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Rifle, Male S2
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 159 | 43 | 27.0% | |
| 2024 | Rifle | 133 | 43 | 32.0% |
| 2024 | Archery | 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader | 16 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 432 | 37 | 9.0% | |
| 2023 | Rifle | 393 | 37 | 10.0% |
| 2023 | Archery | 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader | 29 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 838 | 174 | 21.0% | |
| 2022 | Rifle | 709 | 167 | 24.0% |
| 2022 | Archery | 56 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader | 73 | 7 | 10.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rifle — DM-027-O-2-R | Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Buck : Doe
31per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
8,560
2024 Survey
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