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ColoradoPronghorn

CO Pronghorn Unit 48

Total Acres
191,931
Public Land
92%
Wilderness
32%
Elevation
8,803–14,422 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — AM-048-O-1-AAug 15, 2026Sep 20, 2026male
2026Archery — AF-048-O-1-ASep 1, 2026Sep 20, 2026female
2026Muzzleloader — AM-048-O-1-MSep 21, 2026Sep 29, 2026male
2026Muzzleloader — AF-048-O-1-MSep 21, 2026Sep 29, 2026female
2026Rifle — AM-010-P-5-ROct 3, 2026Oct 11, 2026male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
1
Avg Score
82.2
Top Score
82.2
Recent (5yr)
1

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

38per 100

2024 Survey

Population Est.

270

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# CO 48 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Conditions** Unit 48 is a high-elevation pronghorn area (8,800–14,400 ft) with 92% public land access and 32% designated wilderness. The high elevation is atypical for pronghorn and likely limits usable antelope habitat to lower drainages and parks. Wilderness coverage may complicate access but does not require a guide in Colorado. **Herd Quality** Wildlife survey data shows an average buck:doe ratio of 21:100 over six years (2018–2024)—an **average** herd...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Muzzleloader (Female S1)resident54
2023Rifle (Female S1)resident254
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)resident195
2023Muzzleloader (Male S1)nonresident10
2023Rifle (Male S5)resident142
2023Rifle (Male S5)nonresident62
2023Archery (Male S1)resident3117
2023Archery (Male S1)nonresident50
2023Rifle (Male S1)resident1265
2023Rifle (Male S1)nonresident50

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle33100.0%
2023231042.0%
2023Archery17320.0%
2023Muzzleloader44100.0%