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ColoradoMule Deer

CO Mule Deer Unit 741

Total Acres
309,501
Public Land
81%
Elevation
5,927–9,044 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — DE-741-O-1-ASep 2, 2026Sep 30, 2026either
2026Muzzleloader — DM-741-O-1-MSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026male
2026Muzzleloader — DF-741-O-1-MSep 12, 2026Sep 20, 2026female
2026Rifle — DM-741-O-4-RNov 18, 2026Nov 22, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-741-O-3-RNov 7, 2026Nov 15, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-741-O-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-741-P-4-RNov 18, 2026Nov 22, 2026male
2026Rifle — DF-741-P-4-RNov 18, 2026Nov 22, 2026female
2026Rifle — DF-741-P-3-RNov 7, 2026Nov 15, 2026female
2026Rifle — DF-741-P-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026female
2026Rifle — DM-741-P-3-RNov 7, 2026Nov 15, 2026male
2026Rifle — DM-741-P-2-ROct 24, 2026Nov 1, 2026male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
56
Avg Score
199.2
Top Score
246
Recent (5yr)
2

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

30per 100

2024 Survey

Population Est.

4,640

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# CO 741 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 741 spans 5,927–9,044 ft elevation across 309,501 acres with 81% public land, offering solid access to mid-elevation and alpine habitat. The broad elevation range and high public-land percentage make this unit viable for DIY hunters, though high-elevation areas may require alpine glassing and off-trail navigation. ## Herd Quality The 2024 wildlife survey shows a **30:100 buck:doe ratio**, which is **above average** for a hunted Colorado mule...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Archery (Either S1)resident1313
2023Archery (Either S1)nonresident2422
2023Rifle (Female S2)resident610
2023Rifle (Female S3)resident66
2023Rifle (Female S4)resident105
2023Rifle (Female S4)nonresident11
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)resident45
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)nonresident89
2023Rifle (Male S2)resident1726
2023Rifle (Male S2)nonresident2123
2023Rifle (Male S3)resident2318
2023Rifle (Male S3)nonresident86
2023Rifle (Male S4)resident309
2023Rifle (Male S4)nonresident64
2023Rifle (Male S2)resident1024
2023Rifle (Male S2)nonresident3539
2023Rifle (Male S3)resident2723
2023Rifle (Male S3)nonresident3828
2023Rifle (Male S4)resident2410
2023Rifle (Male S4)nonresident1811

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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202337217547.0%
2023Rifle31615650.0%
2023Archery33620.0%
2023Muzzleloader231253.0%