ColoradoDeer & Turkey Season Dates

2026-2027 deer and turkey season dates for Colorado.

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Whitetail Deer

SeasonDatesWeaponBag limit
Whitetail Deer Rifle Season - Eastern PlainsOct 24, 2026 – Nov 22, 2026rifle

Whitetail Deer Rifle Season - Eastern Plains: Whitetail deer found primarily in eastern Colorado GMUs. Verify specific unit dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

Whitetail Deer source: cpw.state.co.us

Mule Deer

SeasonDatesWeaponBag limit
Archery Mule Deer SeasonAug 29, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026archery
Youth Mule Deer SeasonSep 5, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026firearms
Muzzleloader Mule Deer SeasonSep 12, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026muzzleloader
1st Rifle Mule Deer SeasonOct 10, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026rifle
2nd Rifle Mule Deer SeasonOct 24, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026rifle
3rd Rifle Mule Deer SeasonNov 7, 2026 – Nov 17, 2026rifle
4th Rifle Mule Deer SeasonNov 18, 2026 – Nov 22, 2026rifle

Archery Mule Deer Season: Archery season opener varies slightly by Game Management Unit. Check CPW Big Game Brochure for specific GMU dates.

Youth Mule Deer Season: Youth-only early rifle season. Age restrictions apply per CPW regulations.

Muzzleloader Mule Deer Season: Muzzleloader season. Verify GMU-specific dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

1st Rifle Mule Deer Season: 1st Rifle Season. Dates are typical statewide framework; verify exact GMU dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

2nd Rifle Mule Deer Season: 2nd Rifle Season. Dates are typical statewide framework; verify exact GMU dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

3rd Rifle Mule Deer Season: 3rd Rifle Season. Dates are typical statewide framework; verify exact GMU dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

4th Rifle Mule Deer Season: 4th Rifle Season (limited). Dates are typical statewide framework; verify exact GMU dates in CPW Big Game Brochure.

Mule Deer source: cpw.state.co.us

Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify current dates with the Colorado state wildlife agency before you hunt.

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