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Colorado Mule Deer — Unit 79 (79)
Colorado Mule Deer Unit 79 (79) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
42.7%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident
0
Points Req.
44
Tags Available
103
Applicants
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
5th Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 103 | 44 | 42.7% | — |
| 2025 | 108 | 30 | 27.8% | — |
| 2024 | 134 | 27 | 20.1% | — |
| 2023 | 102 | 33 | 32.4% | — |
| 2022 | 111 | 30 | 27% | — |
| 2021 | 120 | 33 | 27.5% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 2 | 50% | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 1 | 20% | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 50% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 50% | — |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 100% | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | 50% | — |
2nd Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 430 | 59 | 13.7% | 3 |
| 2025 | 437 | 63 | 14.4% | 2 |
| 2024 | 421 | 52 | 12.4% | 3 |
| 2023 | 431 | 46 | 10.7% | 2 |
| 2022 | 458 | 49 | 10.7% | 2 |
| 2021 | 516 | 47 | 9.1% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 185 | 22 | 11.9% | 6 |
| 2025 | 187 | 22 | 11.8% | 5 |
| 2024 | 188 | 19 | 10.1% | 4 |
| 2023 | 185 | 28 | 15.1% | 4 |
| 2022 | 152 | 23 | 15.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 128 | 27 | 21.1% | 2 |
3rd Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 499 | 60 | 12% | 4 |
| 2025 | 565 | 62 | 11% | 4 |
| 2024 | 512 | 57 | 11.1% | 3 |
| 2023 | 537 | 49 | 9.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 537 | 49 | 9.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 513 | 61 | 11.9% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 189 | 22 | 11.6% | 9 |
| 2025 | 203 | 22 | 10.8% | 8 |
| 2024 | 159 | 20 | 12.6% | 8 |
| 2023 | 242 | 28 | 11.6% | 7 |
| 2022 | 366 | 28 | 7.7% | 6 |
| 2021 | 176 | 31 | 17.6% | 3 |
4th Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 252 | 7 | 2.8% | 14 |
| 2025 | 216 | 7 | 3.2% | 12 |
| 2024 | 221 | 7 | 3.2% | 10 |
| 2023 | 106 | 7 | 6.6% | 10 |
| 2022 | 107 | 6 | 5.6% | 9 |
| 2021 | 219 | 6 | 2.7% | 8 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 75 | 1 | 1.3% | 23 |
| 2025 | 65 | 1 | 1.5% | 20 |
| 2024 | 61 | 1 | 1.6% | 20 |
| 2023 | 26 | 1 | 3.8% | 19 |
| 2022 | 46 | 2 | 4.3% | 18 |
| 2021 | 43 | 2 | 4.7% | 15 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
1st Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 58 | 6 | 10.3% | 1 |
| 2025 | 77 | 6 | 7.8% | 2 |
| 2024 | 58 | 6 | 10.3% | 1 |
| 2023 | 70 | 7 | 10% | 2 |
| 2022 | 89 | 7 | 7.9% | 1 |
| 2021 | 105 | 6 | 5.7% | 1 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 64 | 2 | 3.1% | 4 |
| 2025 | 34 | 2 | 5.9% | 4 |
| 2024 | 34 | 2 | 5.9% | 2 |
| 2023 | 30 | 1 | 3.3% | 2 |
| 2022 | 25 | 2 | 8% | 1 |
| 2021 | 31 | 2 | 6.5% | 2 |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
1st Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 66 | 16 | 24.2% | — |
| 2025 | 44 | 15 | 34.1% | — |
| 2024 | 65 | 15 | 23.1% | — |
| 2023 | 54 | 16 | 29.6% | — |
| 2022 | 65 | 14 | 21.5% | — |
| 2021 | 74 | 14 | 18.9% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 39 | 5 | 12.8% | 2 |
| 2025 | 27 | 5 | 18.5% | — |
| 2024 | 20 | 5 | 25% | 2 |
| 2023 | 15 | 4 | 26.7% | 1 |
| 2022 | 20 | 7 | 35% | 1 |
| 2021 | 30 | 6 | 20% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 79?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 42.7% (2026). There were 103 applicants for 44 available tags. Points required: 0.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 79?
In 2026, this unit required approximately 0 preference/bonus points for a resident hunter. Non-resident requirements may differ. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Mule Deer Unit 79?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 12% in 2026 and 42.7% in 2026.
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