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Colorado Pronghorn — Unit 81
Colorado Pronghorn Unit 81 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
12.4%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Archery 1st Season buck only
6
Points Req.
15
Tags (Resident)
121
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 buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 121 | 15 | 12.4% | 6 |
| 2025 | 109 | 11 | 10.1% | 6 |
| 2024 | 116 | 12 | 10.3% | 5 |
| 2023 | 99 | 11 | 11.1% | 5 |
| 2022 | 89 | 13 | 14.6% | 5 |
| 2021 | 99 | 6 | 6.1% | 6 |
| 2020 | 81 | 6 | 7.4% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 54 | 1 | 1.9% | 6 |
| 2025 | 56 | 4 | 7.1% | 6 |
| 2024 | 45 | 4 | 8.9% | 6 |
| 2023 | 26 | 5 | 19.2% | 5 |
| 2022 | 31 | 3 | 9.7% | 6 |
| 2021 | 27 | 1 | 3.7% | 9 |
| 2020 | 11 | 2 | 18.2% | 6 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle 1st Season buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 818 | 32 | 3.9% | 16 |
| 2025 | 782 | 26 | 3.3% | 1 |
| 2024 | 676 | 26 | 3.8% | 16 |
| 2023 | 652 | 26 | 4% | 15 |
| 2022 | 538 | 18 | 3.3% | 15 |
| 2021 | 621 | 23 | 3.7% | 14 |
| 2020 | 498 | 19 | 3.8% | 14 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 182 | 8 | 4.4% | 19 |
| 2025 | 194 | 6 | 3.1% | 18 |
| 2024 | 164 | 6 | 3.7% | 17 |
| 2023 | 129 | 6 | 4.7% | 19 |
| 2022 | 106 | 14 | 13.2% | 15 |
| 2021 | 148 | 6 | 4.1% | 14 |
| 2020 | 116 | 5 | 4.3% | 14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Pronghorn Unit 81?
The most recent published odds are 12.4% for resident applicants in 2026 — 121 applicants for 15 tags on the Archery 1st Season buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 1.9% (1 tag, 54 applicants). Points required in 2026: 6.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Pronghorn Unit 81?
In 2026, this unit took about 6 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 Pronghorn Unit 81?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery 1st Season buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 10.3% in 2024 and 12.4% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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