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Colorado Moose — Unit 161
Colorado Moose Unit 161 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
6.5%
↓Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Archery 1st Season cow only
3
Points Req.
15
Tags (Resident)
231
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery 1st Season cow only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 231 | 15 | 6.5% | 3 |
| 2025 | 190 | 15 | 7.9% | 3 |
| 2024 | 308 | 19 | 6.2% | 3 |
| 2023 | 305 | 19 | 6.2% | 3 |
| 2022 | 306 | 18 | 5.9% | 3 |
| 2021 | 305 | 14 | 4.6% | 3 |
| 2020 | 249 | 12 | 4.8% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|
Any Legal Method — Historical Draw Data
Any Legal Method 1st Season bull only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 799 | 15 | 1.9% | 3 |
| 2025 | 709 | 15 | 2.1% | 3 |
| 2024 | 553 | 15 | 2.7% | 3 |
| 2023 | 706 | 14 | 2% | 3 |
| 2022 | 720 | 15 | 2.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 743 | 15 | 2% | 3 |
| 2020 | 557 | 13 | 2.3% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Moose Unit 161?
The most recent published odds are 6.5% for resident applicants in 2026 — 231 applicants for 15 tags on the Archery 1st Season cow only hunt. Points required in 2026: 3.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Moose Unit 161?
In 2026, this unit took about 3 points in the resident pool. The other residency pool can differ sharply. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Moose Unit 161?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery 1st Season cow only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 6.2% in 2024 and 6.5% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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