2024 Colorado Unit 41/42/421, Unit Wide 3rd Season Rifle Mule Deer Tags for Sale

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A Guide to Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Units 41, 42, & 421 in 3rd Rifle Season

 

Situated in the west-central region of Colorado, close to Grand Junction, Units 41, 42, and 421 spans an area rich in public lands known for their excellent hunting prospects. These units boast abundant deer and elk populations, attracting hunters with various experience levels. In the 3rd rifle season, strategic hunting near areas where oak brush meets pinyon and juniper vegetation is crucial for locating deer, as these zones are abundant with indicators of deer activity. With a notable presence of mule deer, including those of trophy size, these units are a testament to the region's robust wildlife numbers and successful conservation efforts, offering an exceptional hunting experience.

 

For hunters aiming to enhance their experience, purchasing a landowner tag or voucher provides advantageous access to these coveted hunting grounds. Utilizing a rifle for hunting in this season, especially in terrain where game trails and signs are prevalent, is a common practice. Hunters are advised to familiarize themselves with the specific habitats and movement patterns of mule deer in these units to increase their chances of success. With the right preparation and understanding of the terrain, hunters can anticipate a rewarding pursuit of mule deer, tapping into the rich hunting heritage and sustainable wildlife management practices that define Colorado's Units 41, 42, and 421. Visit our information page via the provided link for more details about these units.

Colorado Unit 41 Hunting Information

Colorado Unit 42 Hunting Information

Colorado Unit 421 Hunting Information

Insights into Landowner Vouchers and Tags for Colorado's Units 41, 42, and 421

In Colorado, Unit Wide Landowner Tags present a specialized approach for landowners to manage hunting on their properties. These tags are distributed based on the acreage of the property and the deer population in the area, allowing landowners and their guests an exclusive right to hunt, thereby helping to control the number of hunters and support sustainable wildlife harvesting and conservation. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission oversees this program, ensuring hunting practices are ethical and considerate of environmental health.

 

Securing a landowner tag or voucher gives hunters special access to some of Colorado's prime hunting areas, such as Units 41/42/421, celebrated for their antelope, deer, and elk populations. Using these tags, hunters can bypass the usual lottery draw, offering a more direct route to hunt mule deer in these sought-after locations. This approach plays a key role in preserving wildlife health and ecological balance, offering hunting opportunities across private and public lands. For those aiming to obtain a deer tag for the 3rd rifle season, reaching out to Hunters Domain to acquire a unit-wide tag can enhance your hunting experience, providing insights into our deposit system.

Colorado's Units 41, 42, 421: Creating Exceptional Hunting Routes in 3rd Rifle Season For Deer

Units 41, 42, and 421 in Colorado offer hunters diverse landscapes, each with unique topographical features, abundant wildlife, and convenient facilities, enhancing the hunting experience:

  • Diverse Terrain & Altitudes: Unit 41 spans 328 square miles, 71.4% of which is public land, featuring elevations from 4,700 to 10,700 feet. This area, situated east of Grand Junction, transitions from the low-lying valleys to the towering heights near Grand Mesa. With 605 square miles, 56% public, Unit 42's landscape varies from 4,800 to 11,123 feet, showcasing lush Engelmann spruce forests and alpine meadows at higher altitudes and a rich mix of woods in the valleys. Unit 421 covers 541 square miles, 66.9% public, with elevation ranging from 5,400 to 11,236 feet, offering diverse vegetation and access to the famous Grand Mesa National Forest.
  • Rich Wildlife & Hunting Success: These units are celebrated for their vibrant mule deer populations, with sizes typically in the 140-160 inch range and trophies surpassing 170 inches. The favorable buck-to-doe ratio of 25:100 ensures fruitful hunting expeditions. Success rates are high, especially for those purchasing a deer tag or landowner tag to access secluded private or public lands.
  • Accommodations & Services: Units 42 and 421 are near towns like Parachute, Rifle, Collbran, and Mesa, providing modern accommodation close to I-70. Grand Junction and Glenwood Springs offer additional lodging and essential supplies. 
  • Secluded Hunting Spots: For those desiring a quiet hunt, areas around Haystack Mountain and Horse Mountain in Unit 42 promise solitude. The vast public lands, interspersed with springs and lakes, present numerous spots for those preferring a lone hunt with their rifle, particularly in this season. 

With the 3rd rifle season in November, hunters should prepare for weather conditions featuring highs of 60°F and lows around 20°F, with a 16% chance of rain and winds at 10MPH. Warm clothing is essential for evening hunts. By acquiring a landowner tag or voucher and understanding the landscape and wildlife patterns, hunters can maximize their experience in these renowned units, known for their exceptional deer genetics and scenic beauty, making them top destinations for trophy mule deer hunting. For more information on accommodations in nearby towns, check the provided links.

Collbran, CO

De Beque, CO

Grand Juncion, CO

New Castle, CO

Rifle, CO

Important Reminder: 

A landowner tag/voucher is not your hunting license or carcass tag. It is your responsibility to obtain the following;

  1. Colorado small game license.
  2. State of Colorado carcass tag for the species you are hunting.
  3. Additionally, be aware of and prepared to purchase any required habitat stamps or other access stamps to ensure you meet all requirements. 
  4. The purchase of a Colorado big game voucher does not use your preference points.  
 

Although we strive to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information, we urge all hunters to do their own research. The price listed above is an estimated cost of the Colorado tag as we assist many landowners in the sale of their tags, prices can vary from one landowner in the same unit to another landowner. If you have any questions, let us help you BEFORE you purchase.

For information or to purchase tags:

Call, Text, Or Email Jimmy Horton

936-287-3304

Jimmy@HuntersDomain.com

Additional Details

  • 3rd Rifle
  • 41, 42, 421
  • Ask For Availability
  • 1
  • Mule Deer
  • Prepare for Any
  • Buck Deer
  • Unit Wide Tag/Hunt
  • Spot - Stalk
  • Moderate to Difficult
  • DIY (Do It Yourself)
  • Some Trophy
  • Any Legal Method
  • EST: $3,500

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