Colorado Unit 84 Hunting Information

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Overview of CO GMU 84 Hunting Facts

Located in Alamosa, Archuleta, Conejos and Rio Grande counties in south-central Colorado lies Game Management Unit 84. Its healthy deer and elk population along with its significant tracts of public land makes this unit a popular hunting destination. Between the towns of Romeo and La Jara, located off of US-285, is a Forest Service Office, as well as a BLM Field Office. The expansive Rio Grande National Forest covers the majority of the unit in the west and is welcoming to hunters. For more Colorado Unit 84 hunting information, check out the Info for Cities Near Unit 84 section on the right.

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CO Unit 84 Species Hunting Info

INFO: Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 84

During archery season, hunters typically spot deer near open foothills or on ridges and canyons. Muzzleloader hunters who are willing to hike two or three miles away from the road have a good chance of seeing bucks with spreads as wide to 30”. Those who have permission to hunt on private land might see multiple bucks a day reaching 160” or more. For 2nd and 3rd rifle season, hunt during the early hours of the day and late in the afternoon. Deer will be moving to lower elevations during this time of the year. Hunt in isolated areas on public land for your best chance to see a buck.
SUCCESS RATES for Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado Unit 84
5 Year Estimated Average for Deer
Archery 38%
Muzzleloader 26%
2nd Rifle 41%
3rd Rifle 58%

Mule Deer TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 84 Colorado
Average Quality 150″ – 170″
Trophy Potential 170″+
Buck to Doe Ratio 23:100
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INFO: Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 84

The farther you hunt from public roads and trails, the better your chances of seeing a mature six-point bull. Elk herds look for isolated drainages and steep slopes where they rarely encounter humans. Several bulls have been spotted across the San Isabel National Forest. Hunter’s who are willing to hunt hard for five days have a better chance at spotting a bull.
SUCCESS RATES for Elk Hunting in Colorado Unit 84
5 Year Estimated Average for Elk
Archery 24%
Muzzleloader 40%
1st Rifle 37%
2nd Rifle 32%
3rd Rifle 38%
4th Rifle 39%
Elk TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 84 Colorado
Average Quality 300″ – 330″
Trophy Potential 330″+
Bull to Cow Ratio 36:100
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INFO: Antelope Hunting in Colorado Unit 84

Antelope are normally found on private ranches in this unit, although some hunters have had luck on public land. Small parcels of BLM property on the east and west of the Wet Mountains have proven to be successful in the past. Look near watering holes and open fields while you’re out on your hunt.
SUCCESS RATES for Antelope Hunting in Colorado Unit 84
5 Year Estimated Average for Antelope
Archery 14%
Muzzleloader 52%
Rifle 53%
Antelope TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 84 Colorado
Average Quality 60″ – 70″
Trophy Potential 70″+
Buck to Doe Ratio 27:100
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Info For Cities Near CO GMU 84

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Colorado Unit 84 Topo Map

Total Acreage: 648,960 acres over 1,014 square miles

Total Public Land: 194,688 acres or 30%

Land Ownership Mix: 70% Private; 30% Public

Species: Black Bear, Elk, Mule Deer, Moose, Pronghorn

Elevation Variances: 4,593 ft. to 12,412 ft.

Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate

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Lay of the Land in CO Unit 84

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Terrain in GMU 84 CO

Unit 84 consist of flat plains with creeks and dry washes, rolling prairies with deep drainages, steep foothills with ridges and canyons below. Open slopes and parks with steep alpine basins can also be found in this unit.
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Vegetation in GMU Unit 84 CO

East and west of the Wet Mountains are shortgrass prairies, sagebrush flats, oak brush slopes and cottonwoods near creeks and streams. Pinyons and junipers, shrubs, ponderosa pines and oaks are the main cover on foothills in unit 84. Mountain slopes, ridges and drainages are covered with aspens, spruces, firs and sagebrush along with grass parks.
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Access Points in CO GMU 84

San Isabel National Forest, Greenhorn Wilderness Area, Pueblo Reservoir State Wildlife Area, Lake Pueblo State Park and some BLM land can be reached on public roads, including Colorado routes: 165, 67, 69, 76, 78 and 96 and Forest Service roads: 306, 330, 400 and 403.