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INFO: Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 551
During archery and muzzleloader season, keep focused on higher elevations. Bucks will be near sagebrush hills and high terrain during these seasons. Pressure will be high during the rifle seasons. Try to get away from the main roads. Those who are willing to put in the work and travel into tough territories will have a chance of better success. Keep in mind that deer will be traveling into lower elevations toward the 3rd and 4th rifle seasons.
SUCCESS RATES for Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 551
5 Year Estimated Average for Deer
Archery 38%
Muzzleloader 43%
2nd Rifle 61%
3rd Rifle 56%
4th Rifle 68%
Mule Deer TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 551 Colorado
Average Quality 150″ – 170″
Trophy Potential 180″+
Buck to Doe Ratio 42:100
Colorado Unit 551 Mule Deer Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!
Total Acreage: 349,440 acres over 546 square miles
Total Public Land: 300,518 acres or 86%
Land Ownership Mix: 14% Private; 86% Public
Species: Black Bear, Elk, Mule Deer, Moose
Elevation Variances: 7,900 ft. to 13,375 ft.
Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate
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