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Colorado Mule Deer — Unit 161
Colorado Mule Deer Unit 161 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
28.1%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Rifle 1st Season buck only
2
Points Req.
34
Tags (Resident)
121
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle 1st Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 121 | 34 | 28.1% | 2 |
| 2025 | 139 | 32 | 23% | 2 |
| 2024 | 203 | 33 | 16.3% | 2 |
| 2023 | 212 | 32 | 15.1% | 2 |
| 2022 | 194 | 31 | 16% | 2 |
| 2021 | 183 | 27 | 14.8% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 51 | 11 | 21.6% | 4 |
| 2025 | 65 | 11 | 16.9% | 6 |
| 2024 | 66 | 11 | 16.7% | 5 |
| 2023 | 80 | 16 | 20% | 4 |
| 2022 | 106 | 15 | 14.2% | 4 |
| 2021 | 73 | 13 | 17.8% | 3 |
Rifle 2nd Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 109 | 34 | 31.2% | 1 |
| 2025 | 136 | 35 | 25.7% | — |
| 2024 | 137 | 36 | 26.3% | 1 |
| 2023 | 195 | 31 | 15.9% | 1 |
| 2022 | 192 | 34 | 17.7% | 1 |
| 2021 | 251 | 25 | 10% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 | 12 | 30% | 3 |
| 2025 | 41 | 11 | 26.8% | 3 |
| 2024 | 79 | 11 | 13.9% | 3 |
| 2023 | 72 | 17 | 23.6% | 1 |
| 2022 | 55 | 13 | 23.6% | 2 |
| 2021 | 70 | 14 | 20% | 2 |
Rifle 3rd Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 128 | 17 | 13.3% | 2 |
| 2025 | 141 | 17 | 12.1% | 2 |
| 2024 | 150 | 19 | 12.7% | 3 |
| 2023 | 177 | 20 | 11.3% | 2 |
| 2022 | 172 | 14 | 8.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 159 | 17 | 10.7% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 33 | 6 | 18.2% | 5 |
| 2025 | 58 | 5 | 8.6% | 4 |
| 2024 | 46 | 7 | 15.2% | 4 |
| 2023 | 48 | 9 | 18.8% | 3 |
| 2022 | 34 | 8 | 23.5% | 4 |
| 2021 | 52 | 7 | 13.5% | 6 |
Rifle 1st Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 91 | 10 | 11% | 2 |
| 2025 | 200 | 8 | 4% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 51 | 1 | 2% | 6 |
| 2025 | 58 | 3 | 5.2% | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 161?
The most recent published odds are 28.1% for resident applicants in 2026 — 121 applicants for 34 tags on the Rifle 1st Season buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 21.6% (11 tags, 51 applicants). Points required in 2026: 2.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 161?
In 2026, this unit took about 2 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 Mule Deer Unit 161?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle 1st Season buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 23% in 2025 and 28.1% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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