The discussion on Unit 109, Colorado, highlights some confusion regarding the availability of a "Whitetail only" license, with some users confirming its existence through the CPW Big Game digest and others providing conflicting information. Although licensing specifics can be murky, it appears that hunters can pursue either species with the right code for buck or doe. Newcomers to the unit are eager to learn from experienced locals, particularly about effective strategies for hunting either species, especially during late season or archery hunts. Additionally, those looking to maximize hunting success are comparing the productivity of State Wildlife Areas (SWAs) against Walk-in Access lands, seeking advice from other hunters on the best locations to focus their efforts.
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 150"-170" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 130"-150" | 160"+ |
| Antelope | 60"-70" | 75"+ |
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North of Burlington is a large farming area and the South Fork of the Republican River where herds of mule deer, whitetails and antelope are present. South Republican State Wildlife Area provides public access.
A few trophy class mule deer and whitetails are taken each fall.
Flat rangelands and sections of Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands on gently rolling hills is the primary landscape. The South Fork of the Republican River creates an extensive drainage system.
State land: South Republican about acres 6,000 along the South Fork of the Republican River. Area is located south of U.S. Highway 36 east of County Road V.
Mostly short grass prairie, a limited amount of sagebrush, areas of sandsage and sand hills, yucca, Russian thistle, Cottonwoods along creek bottoms and Russian olives near ranch homes.
Burlington is the closest town offering a variety of motels and restaurants, gas, diesel and medical facilities. Seibert, Vona, Stratton and Bethune along Interstate 70 have limited a number of motels, gas stations and cafes.
Roughly 1,042 square miles
3.6% public land
Elevations from 3,711-4,580 feet
County and secondary roads become slick in wet weather
Four wheel drive traction recommended