Colorado Hunting Seasons & Licensing: What You Need To Know

If you're thinking of hunting in Alaska this year, it's important to familiarize yourself with the state's hunting seasons and licensing requirements.

In this blog post, we will provide an overview of what you need to know in order to hunt in Alaska. We will also discuss the different types of licenses available, as well as how to apply for a license.

So if you're ready to start planning your Alaskan hunt, read on for all the information you need!

Hunting In Colorado

If you enjoy hunting, there's no better place to do it than in Colorado. The state is home to some of the best hunting grounds in the country, and there are plenty of opportunities to bag a big game animal.

Whether you're after deer, elk, or even bear, you can find good hunting spots all over Colorado. The state is divided into several different hunting areas, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. There are also a variety of different reasons to choose from, so you can hunt when it's most convenient for you.

Colorado is a great place to hunt because the scenery is beautiful and the wildlife is plentiful. You'll have a great time whether you're successful in your hunt or not. So what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy the great outdoors!

Colorado Elk Seasons

Archery	Sept. 2-30
Muzzleloaders	Sept. 11-19
Rifle	Oct. 16-20, Oct. 30-Nov. 7, Nov. 13-19 and Nov. 24-28

Colorado Deer Seasons

Archery	Sept. 2-30
Muzzleloaders	Sept. 11-19
Rifle	Oct. 30-Nov. 7, Nov. 13-19, Nov. 24-28

Colorado Plains Deer Seasons

Archery	Oct. 1-29, Nov. 10-30 and Dec. 15-31
Muzzleloaders	Oct. 9-17
Rifle	Oct. 30-Nov. 9 and Dec. 1-14

Colorado Pronghorn Seasons

Archery: Bucks Only	Aug. 15-31
Archery: Bucks and Does	Sept. 1-20
Muzzleloader	Sept. 21-29
Rifle	Oct. 2-10

Colorado Moose Seasons

Archery	Sept. 11-30
Muzzleloaders	Sept. 11-19
Rifle	Oct. 1-14

Colorado Bear Seasons

Archery	Sept. 2-30
Muzzleloaders	Sept. 11-19
Rifle	Sept. 2-30, Oct. 16-20, Oct. 30-Nov. 7, Nov. 13-19, Nov. 24-28 and (Private land only) Sept. 2-Nov. 28

Colorado Turkey Seasons

Fall	Sept. 1-Oct. 29**

**Season dates vary by zone

Colorado Small Game Seasons

Abert’s Squirrel	Nov. 15-Jan. 15
Beaver	Oct. 1-Apr. 30
Bobcat	Dec. 1-Feb. 28
Common Snapping Turtle	Apr. 1-Oct. 31
Rabbit	Oct. 1-Feb. 28
Coyote	Open season
Fox and Pine Squirrel	Oct. 1-Feb. 28
Marmot	Aug. 10-Oct. 15
Prairie Dogs	June 15-Feb. 28
Prairie Rattlesnake	June 15-Aug. 15
Wyoming Ground Squirrel	Open season

How To Get A Hunting License In Colorado?

Depending on your age, you may be required to have the Hunter Education Certificate in order to legally buy a license or permit to hunt.

Complete the Colorado hunter education certification requirements.
Choose the correct license type.
Buy the license through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website or a Colorado–approved retailer.

Colorado License Expiration

Hunting licenses for small game are good from April 1 to March 31 of the next year. Hunting licenses for big game expire on the expiration date printed on the license.

Where to Buy a Colorado Hunting License

Visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website.
Call 1-800-244-5613.
Visit a Colorado Parks and Wildlife office or an approved license retailer.

Colorado hunting seasons, bagging totals and available licenses vary by region. You must apply for a license, some of which are selected at random. Additionally, Colorado hunting seasons include several regional and special permit hunt times. For information on how to obtain season licenses for harvest, visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website.