Colorado Mule Deer- Units 40, 61, and 62

Located on Colorado’s western border, you will find deer units 40, 61, and 62. Within these areas, WTA has carefully selected and partnered with the finest mule deer outfitters available. With proven track records and extensive yearly scouting programs, you can be confident that you’ll have the best opportunity to harvest a quality buck.

See below for unit-specific information:

Unit 40

• Elevation: 4,500–9,500 feet
• General Information: This unit features a variety of landscapes, from irrigated hay fields surrounded by pines at higher elevations, to steep canyons leading down to rolling terrain covered in cedars and junipers. Archery and muzzleloader hunters can expect to hunt at higher elevations, while 3rd and 4th rifle hunters will target bucks that have dropped into their winter range to rut. All hunts will use spot & stalk as the primary method. A combination of pickups and UTVs will be used for access. The overall deer population is strong, and hunters can expect to see plenty of deer.
• Trophy Expectations: 160–180+
• Available Seasons: Archery and Muzzleloader (September), Rifle Seasons (Late October, November)
• Non-Residents Preference Points Required to Draw: Archery (4+), Muzzleloader (9+), 3rd Rifle (13+), 4th Rifle (19+)
• Resident Preference Points Required to Draw: Archery (3+), Muzzleloader (4+), 3rd Rifle (5+), 4th Rifle (10+)
• Lodging: Lodging options depend on the outfitter’s selection. We offer a comfortable traditional wall-tent camp (double occupancy), as well as a lodge-based hunt (single occupancy).

Unit 61

• Elevation: 5,000–10,000 feet
• General Information: This unit is located on the western side of the Uncompahgre Plateau, a flat-topped mountain range. The top of the plateau serves as a mild summer and early fall range for wildlife. As you descend, you’ll encounter steep terrain with oak-covered benches. Archery and muzzleloader hunters can expect to hunt at higher elevations, while 3rd season rifle hunters will target mid to lower elevations. All hunts will use spot & stalk as the primary method. A combination of pickups, UTVs, and horses will be used for access. While deer populations in the unit are lower, the area supports superior genetics and produces some very large bucks each season.
• Trophy Expectations: 160–180+
• Available Seasons: Archery and Muzzleloader (September), Rifle Seasons (Late October, November)
• Non-Residents Preference Points Required to Draw: Archery (9+), Muzzleloader (16+), 3rd Rifle (17+)
• Resident Preference Points Required to Draw: Archery (4+), Muzzleloader (6+), 3rd Rifle (6+)
• Lodging: The outfitter has a comfortable camp with small cabins and a shower house, located on top of the plateau. Snowfall may prevent access to the camp during later rifle seasons, in which case an alternate cabin will be used.

Unit 62

• Elevation: 5,000–10,000 feet
• General Information: Located on the eastern side of the Uncompahgre Plateau, this unit shares similar terrain to Unit 61, with steep slopes and oak-covered benches. Only 3rd season rifle hunts are available in this unit, targeting bucks that have moved from high elevations to lower areas to rut. Deer numbers in the unit are generally high. Spot & stalk will be the primary hunting method, with a combination of pickups and UTVs used for access.
• Trophy Expectations: 150–170+
• Available Seasons: Rifle Season (November)
• Non-Residents Preference Points Required to Draw: 3rd Rifle (5+)
• Resident Preference Points Required to Draw: 3rd Rifle (2+)
• Lodging: Lodging will depend on snow conditions and accessibility. Options include small cabins or hotels.

If you have any questions about this hunt, have drawn a tag and need help locating the right outfitter, or would like assistance applying for the Colorado deer draw, please contact WTA TAGS at 1-800-755-8247 or email us at TAGS@trophyadventures.com. Colorado also offers a limited number of landowner vouchers (guaranteed tags) for those wishing to bypass the draw system.