What day is the Colorado Big Game Draw?
The primary draw application deadline is 4/5/2021 at 8 p.m. MT….
| Archery | |
|---|---|
| Deer/elk (west of I-25 and Unit 140) | Sept. 2–30* |
| Bear (over-the-counter and/or limited) | Sept. 2–30 |
| Muzzleloader (by draw only) | |
| Deer/elk/moose | Sept. 10–18* |
What are the dates for elk hunting in Colorado?
Colorado Elk Season Dates
| Hunt | 2022 Dates |
|---|---|
| Colorado Archery Elk Hunt | September 2-30 |
| Colorado Muzzleloader Elk Hunt | September 10-18 |
| Colorado Early Rifle Elk Hunt | October 1-11 |
| Colorado First Rifle Elk Hunt | October 15-19 |
How does the second draw work in Colorado?
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.
When can I apply for the secondary draw in Colorado?
Secondary draw applications are accepted beginning June 21st, 2022. The deadline to apply is July 5th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Mountain Time. Even if you didn’t apply in the primary draw, you can still participate in the secondary draw.
How many points do you need to get an elk tag in Colorado?
For hunt codes that required six or more points for a Colorado resident to draw an elk or deer license, up to 20 percent may go to nonresidents. For hunt codes that required fewer than six points for a Colorado resident to draw an elk or deer license, up to 35 percent may go to nonresidents.
How does the Colorado draw work?
Here’s how it works: Each year that you apply in the limited drawing but are unsuccessful in drawing a first-choice license, you earn one preference-point for that species. You continue to earn one point each year that you apply but are unsuccessful (pretty simple, right?).
Does Colorado secondary draw use points?
You must have a qualifying license to apply for the secondary draw. Fall turkey licenses are now valid qualifying licenses! The $7.13 resident and $9.17 nonresident application fees apply. The secondary draw does not use preference points, and you cannot apply for preference points.
What are the best elk units in Colorado?
Unit 1 and Unit 201 in the northwest corner of Colorado are known for their fabulous elk hunting. This is undoubtedly the best region in the state for producing giant bulls. This region consistently produces elk in the 330” to 380” B&C class for those who have the preference points to draw.
What are the odds of drawing an elk tag in Colorado?
Here’s an astounding fact: Less than 10 percent of hunters who apply for elk put in for more than one license on their application.