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INFO: Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
Mule deer are typically seen near the high reaches of the San Isabel National Forest and the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness during the early seasons and start migrating down to lower elevations as the weather starts to get colder. Be aware that hunting in the high country can be strenuous. Tags drawn in this season are also valid in units: 69, 84, 691, 86.
SUCCESS RATES for Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
5 Year Estimated Average for Deer
Archery 32%
Muzzleloader 30%
Early Rifle 57%
2nd Rifle 44%
3rd Rifle 45%
Mule Deer TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 86 Colorado
Average Quality 150″ – 170″
Trophy Potential 170″+
Buck to Doe Ratio 23:100
Colorado Unit 86 Mule Deer Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!
INFO: Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
Unit 86 is not managed for trophy class bulls, but there have been hunters with good success in this unit. Look for elk near grassy meadows in aspen groves and on steep slopes covered by spruces and firs. Hunt near water sources during the dryer seasons. Keep in mind that bulls must have at least four points on one antler to be legal to harvest.
SUCCESS RATES for Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
5 Year Estimated Average for Elk
Archery 7%
Muzzleloader 15%
1st Rifle 20%
2nd Rifle 17%
3rd Rifle 13%
4th Rifle 11%
Elk TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 86 Colorado
Average Quality 240″ – 280″
Trophy Potential 290″+
Bull to Cow Ratio 20:100
Colorado Unit 86 Elk Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!
INFO: Antelope Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
Antelope tend to be seen near low flats, farm ground and rolling sagebrush hills in the southeast part of unit 86. Public access is limited in this unit, so be aware of property boundaries when out scouting. Try to contact landowners early to secure permission to hunt their land.
SUCCESS RATES for Antelope Hunting in Colorado Unit 86
5 Year Estimated Average for Antelope
Archery 14%
Muzzleloader 42%
Rifle 57%
Antelope TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 86 Colorado
Average Quality 65″ – 70″
Trophy Potential 70″+
Buck to Doe Ratio 27:100
Colorado Unit 86 Antelope Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!
Total Acreage: 316,160 acres over 494 square miles
Total Public Land: 177,049 acres or 56%
Land Ownership Mix: 44% Private; 56% Public
Species: Black Bear, Elk, Mule Deer, Moose, Pronghorn
Elevation Variances: 6,500 ft. to 14,197 ft.
Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate
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