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ColoradoMule Deer

CO Mule Deer Unit 471

Total Acres
66,588
Public Land
92%
Wilderness
55%
Elevation
7,748–13,930 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Rifle — DM-471-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 471 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access:** CO 471 is a high-elevation alpine unit (7,748–13,930 ft) with 92% public land and 54% wilderness. Expect steep, exposed terrain above timberline with limited road access; hunting here requires fitness and willingness to cover rugged country. Early season (September) offers the best weather for high-elevation hunting. **Herd Quality:** The 2024 wildlife survey shows a 26:100 buck:doe ratio—an **above-average** herd composition indicating decent...

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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)resident2219
2023Rifle (Male S1)nonresident2010
2023Rifle (Either S2)resident1112
2023Rifle (Either S2)nonresident58

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023841923.0%
2023Rifle511631.0%
2023Archery19318.0%
2023Muzzleloader1400.0%