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Colorado Mule Deer — Unit 501
Colorado Mule Deer Unit 501 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
16.2%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Muzzleloader 1st Season doe only
1
Points Req.
11
Tags (Resident)
68
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Muzzleloader 1st Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 68 | 11 | 16.2% | 1 |
| 2025 | 88 | 11 | 12.5% | 1 |
| 2024 | 95 | 15 | 15.8% | — |
| 2023 | 96 | 19 | 19.8% | — |
| 2022 | 94 | 20 | 21.3% | — |
| 2021 | 111 | 21 | 18.9% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2025 | 3 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | 1 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle 2nd Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 321 | 10 | 3.1% | 3 |
| 2025 | 385 | 10 | 2.6% | 2 |
| 2024 | 440 | 23 | 5.2% | 2 |
| 2023 | 414 | 45 | 10.9% | 1 |
| 2022 | 403 | 41 | 10.2% | 1 |
| 2021 | 480 | 44 | 9.2% | 1 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 8 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 10 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2021 | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | 1 |
Rifle 3rd Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 263 | 10 | 3.8% | 2 |
| 2025 | 348 | 10 | 2.9% | 2 |
| 2024 | 349 | 22 | 6.3% | 1 |
| 2023 | 339 | 42 | 12.4% | — |
| 2022 | 310 | 46 | 14.8% | — |
| 2021 | 375 | 44 | 11.7% | 1 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2025 | 3 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 7 | 1 | 14.3% | 2 |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 | 0% | — |
Rifle 4th Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 222 | 18 | 8.1% | 7 |
| 2025 | 284 | 18 | 6.3% | 6 |
| 2024 | 251 | 19 | 7.6% | 5 |
| 2023 | 239 | 21 | 8.8% | 5 |
| 2022 | 242 | 16 | 6.6% | 5 |
| 2021 | 304 | 17 | 5.6% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 41 | 6 | 14.6% | 10 |
| 2025 | 67 | 6 | 9% | 10 |
| 2024 | 39 | 6 | 15.4% | 6 |
| 2023 | 23 | 3 | 13% | 5 |
| 2022 | 34 | 8 | 23.5% | 5 |
| 2021 | 33 | 8 | 24.2% | 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 501?
The most recent published odds are 16.2% for resident applicants in 2026 — 68 applicants for 11 tags on the Muzzleloader 1st Season doe only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 0% (0 tags, 5 applicants). Points required in 2026: 1.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 501?
In 2026, this unit took about 1 point 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 501?
Competition in the resident pool for the Muzzleloader 1st Season doe only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 15.8% in 2024 and 16.2% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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