How does Colorado 2nd draw work?
The secondary draw offers two more species: bear and pronghorn licenses, in addition to deer and elk licenses, and is open to all customers whether they applied in the primary draw or not. The new system provides preference for youth hunters. Youth hunters have 100% preference in the secondary draw.
How to get a Colorado mule deer tag?
For sale online, by phone (1-800-244-5613) and at sales agents around the state. Prior to applying in the big game draw(s), all applicants will first need to purchase a qualifying hunting license. Online draw applications will not be accessible until you purchase your qualifying license.
How many moose tags are issued in Colorado?
In 2021, the state issued 529 total permits, with 51 of those going to non-residents. The permits were split between 22 bulls and 29 cows.
What percent of elk hunts are successful?
When you take a look at average success rates for elk hunters, you’ll find around 15% of elk hunters are successful each fall. However, when you neglect draw hunts and look only at OTC, public land, DIY elk hunts, the success rates drop to around 10%.
What is the best unit to hunt moose in Colorado?
Moose Hunting Location – Jackson County, CO – Units 17 & 171 If you choose to book your Moose hunt with us, you will be hunting in units 17/171 located in historic Jackson County, CO. This region is comprised of over a million acres and is one of the best units in Colorado to harvest a giant bull.
What unit in Colorado has the most mule deer?
Units 62/65 are located in SW Colorado and are great places to find mule deer in numbers. Billy Creek SWA is a great starting point as it’s a fantastic, easily accessible hunt. Surrounded by the Cimarron Range and the mighty San Juans, this area is chock full of quality deer.
Where is the best mule deer hunting in Colorado?
GMU’s within Las Animas County and Pueblo County have the highest number of Boone and Crockett mule deer entries for the southeast region. Typically, those GMUs closest to the Arkansas River have better potential for trophy whitetail bucks and they provide good public land access.