Colorado Unit 44 Hunting Information

INFO: Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 44
Unit 44 has had more than its share of trophy mule deer takes than it can shake a stick at. The overall success rate for hunting deer is not too shabby, either. The unit has a variety of elevations each with a different advantage at different times of the year. The higher elevations in the southern part of the unit serve as a summer range for the mule deer. These are prime locations for hunters to put up a blind on a water hole or stalk bucks in the higher gradient. The lower elevations of the northern chunk of the unit serve as a refuge for deer moving out of the higher elevations when the winter arrives. If you are hunting the northern territory, be aware that there is primarily private property. Be prepared with a GPS unit when exploring this countryside. If you are planning on hunting during muzzleloader season, keep in mind that these tags are valid for units 45 and 44,. The average quality mule deer in Colorado nit 44 ranges from 170” and 190” with a trophy potential measuring at 190” and up!

SUCCESS RATES for Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 44
5 Year Estimated Average for Deer
Archery 20%
Muzzle Loader 30%
Early Rifle 50%
2nd Rifle 55%
3rd Rifle 70%
2nd Rifle 70%
Mule Deer TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 44 Colorado
Average Quality 170″ – 190″
Trophy Potential 190″
Buck to Doe Ratio 40:100
Colorado Unit 44 Mule Deer Hunting FORUM COMING SOON!

INFO: Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 44
If coordinating your Colorado elk hunt has led you to Unit 44, you have made a good decision. The elk here are impressive! The average quality elk in Colorado Unit 44 averages from 270” to 310” with the trophy potential measuring at 310” and up. The elk tags are easily obtainable during the 2nd and 3rd rifle seasons where they are available for OTC purchase. Archery and muzzleloader seasons are controlled by a limited draw for tags. If you’re able to score one, that tag is also valid in Units 45, 47, and 444. This will allow you to cover more ground and move out where the elk may be migrating. With the added pressure of OTC tags, the wildlife will retreat to harder to reach remote areas. This is a good opportunity for the adventurous and determined hunter to push the envelope and work tirelessly for what he wants.

SUCCESS RATES for Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 44
5 Year Estimated Average for Elk
Archery 10%
Muzzle Loader 18%
Early Rifle 20%
2nd Rifle 10%
3rd Rifle 10%
2nd Rifle 20%
Colorado Unit 44 Elk Hunting FORUM COMING SOON!

INFO: Antelope Hunting in Colorado Unit 44
The croplands in the lower elevations of Unit 44 provide a habitat of hay pasture for antelope. This area contains an extensive blend of grass and hay varieties, perfect for pronghorn. Unit 44 has a network of winding creeks and lakes that help to sustain life for the herds of antelope that frequent the unit. An archery tag is available for purchase OTC.

Colorado Unit 44 Antelope Hunting FORUM COMING SOON!