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ColoradoMule Deer

CO Mule Deer Unit 47

Total Acres
187,997
Public Land
94%
Wilderness
44%
Elevation
6,590–14,161 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — DE-043-O-1-ASep 2, 2026Sep 30, 2026either
2026Muzzleloader — DF-043-K-1-MSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026female
2026Muzzleloader — DM-043-O-1-MSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026male
2026Rifle — DE-043-P-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026either
2026Rifle — DF-043-K-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026female
2026Rifle — DM-043-O-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-047-E-1-RSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
18
Avg Score
198.8
Top Score
239.4
Recent (5yr)
0

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

26per 100

2024 Survey

Population Est.

5,070

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# CO 47 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access CO 47 is a high-elevation alpine unit (6,590–14,161 ft) with 94% public land and 44% wilderness, offering rugged backcountry hunting. Expect glassing-intensive work from saddles and ridges; early starts and long days behind a spotting scope are standard. Wilderness access is practical for motivated DIY hunters willing to navigate steep terrain. ## Herd Quality The 2024 wildlife survey shows a **26:100 buck:doe ratio, indicating average herd...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Archery (Either S1)resident168117
2023Archery (Either S1)nonresident7751
2023Muzzleloader (Female S1)resident1710
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)resident3845
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)nonresident99106
2023Rifle (Male S1)resident3920
2023Rifle (Male S1)nonresident2010
2023Rifle (Either S2)resident1112
2023Rifle (Either S2)nonresident58
2023Rifle (Male S2)resident219187
2023Rifle (Male S2)nonresident203105

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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20232298939.0%
2023Rifle1687243.0%
2023Archery27725.0%
2023Muzzleloader341131.0%