Colorado Pronghorn Hunting Units & Draw Odds
120 units · 47.9% avg hunter success
Colorado runs a preference-point draw for pronghorn across 120 units, and nonresidents receive 20% of available tags. If you're planning to apply, mark your calendar: applications open March 1 and close April 7, with results posted May 26. The nonresident tag fee is $506.92 plus an $11.49 application fee. We've pulled 2024 draw data from five key muzzleloader units to show you where the low-point opportunities are and what harvest success looks like on the ground. Whether you're chasing your first pronghorn or adding another tag to your western portfolio, this breakdown cuts through the noise and shows you exactly what Colorado's preference system delivered last year.
How the Colorado Draw Works
Draw system
Preference points — the highest point holders draw first.
Nonresident allocation: 20% of tags
2026 application window
Mar 1 – Apr 7(nonresident)
Results: May 26
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$11.49 app · $117.62 license · $506.92 tag · $100 point
Easiest Pronghorn Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
0 pts drew with certainty · Muzzleloader, Male S1
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 104 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 31.5% | 13% |
| Unit 105 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 53.5% | 13% |
| Unit 106 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 69.8% | 8% |
| Unit 107 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 37.2% | 3% |
| Unit 109 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 60% | 5% |
| Unit 110 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 39.1% | 4% |
| Unit 111 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 47.1% | 5% |
| Unit 112 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 30.7% | 13% |
| Unit 113 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 0% | 7% |
| Unit 114 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 0% | 5% |
| Unit 115 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 0% | 6% |
| Unit 116 | 0 ptsMuzzleloader, Male S1 | — | 50% | 4% |
All Colorado Pronghorn Units
Colorado Pronghorn Draw FAQ
How many preference points do I need to draw a Colorado pronghorn tag?
In 2024, across the major muzzleloader units tracked here—104, 105, 106, 107, and 109—nonresidents drew with certainty at 0 preference points. Colorado's preference system favors point-holders, so as competition builds, points will matter more in future years. Start banking points now if you plan to hunt pronghorn here.
When do Colorado pronghorn applications close and when are results announced?
For the 2026 draw, nonresident applications open March 1 and close April 7. Results are posted May 26. Mark those dates and don't miss the April 7 deadline—late applications aren't accepted.
What's the difference between resident and nonresident pronghorn tags in Colorado?
Nonresidents pay $506.92 for a tag plus $11.49 to apply. Residents pay $51.25 for a tag plus $8.93 to apply. Both groups apply during the same window (March 1–April 7) and compete in the preference-point draw. Nonresidents receive 20% of available tags statewide.
Which Colorado pronghorn units have the best harvest success?
Unit 106 showed 69.8% harvest success in 2024, followed by Unit 109 at 60% and Unit 105 at 53.5%. Unit 107 came in at 37.2% and Unit 104 at 31.5%. Success varies by unit and conditions, so pick based on your hunting style and willingness to work harder country.
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