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Colorado Mule Deer — Unit 481
Colorado Mule Deer Unit 481 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
25.4%
↓Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Rifle 2nd Season doe only
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0 Points Needed
Drew with no points
15
Tags (Resident)
59
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 2nd Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 59 | 15 | 25.4% | — |
| 2025 | 66 | 17 | 25.8% | — |
| 2024 | 67 | 22 | 32.8% | — |
| 2023 | 45 | 17 | 37.8% | — |
| 2022 | 52 | 19 | 36.5% | — |
| 2021 | 68 | 22 | 32.4% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
Rifle 3rd Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 60 | 18 | 30% | — |
| 2025 | 48 | 20 | 41.7% | — |
| 2024 | 53 | 18 | 34% | — |
| 2023 | 65 | 18 | 27.7% | — |
| 2022 | 58 | 20 | 34.5% | — |
| 2021 | 50 | 20 | 40% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 1 | 50% | — |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 2 | 66.7% | — |
| 2021 | 3 | 2 | 66.7% | — |
Rifle 5th Season doe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 39 | 16 | 41% | — |
| 2025 | 32 | 13 | 40.6% | — |
| 2024 | 46 | 15 | 32.6% | — |
| 2023 | 33 | 16 | 48.5% | — |
| 2022 | 41 | 18 | 43.9% | — |
| 2021 | 44 | 16 | 36.4% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | 50% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 481?
The most recent published odds are 25.4% for resident applicants in 2026 — 59 applicants for 15 tags on the Rifle 2nd Season doe only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 0% (0 tags, 1 applicants). Every year on record here shows 0 points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 481?
Every year on record for this unit shows 0 points required, so hunters have drawn here without banking points. Odds still differ by residency — check the pool you'd actually apply in.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 481?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle 2nd Season doe only hunt looks increasing. Odds ran 32.8% in 2024 and 25.4% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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