Hunters considering Unit 133 in Colorado for antelope should note that previous experiences there have been successful, especially when using outfitters like Four J's, who received positive feedback for their effectiveness. There are queries about public land access, which remains unclear from past experiences, suggesting this may be a point for further research or contacting local authorities for updates. The elk hunting situation, especially during the 3rd rifle season, raises questions about access to public lands versus private land presence of elk, so those interested need to be prepared for potential challenges and be willing to scout extensively. Further advice includes verifying access to state and state trust lands to ensure they are open for hunting purposes, thereby avoiding any potential legal issues.
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 130"-150" | 150"+ |
| Elk | 270"-300" | 300"+ |
| Antelope | 65"-75" | 75"+ |
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Southeast of Walsenburg is an open prairie and canyon system that leads into the Apishapa River. Mule deer, antelope and a few elk roam this land.
Trophy class mule deer or antelope are found more often in adjacent areas than in this unit.
A flat prairie broken up by buttes, plateaus, mesas, hills and major canyons.
This area is east of Interstate 25 and south of US Highway 10, connecting to a county and secondary road system that leads to private, state and BLM lands. Apishapa North, 18,880 acres, is south off of US Highway 10 on County Road 90. Motor vehicles are prohibited outside of designated parking areas. Flat Top Butte, 2,052 acres, is east at exit 34 off of Interstate 25 on County Road 60.
Areas of shortgrass prairie, blue grama and buffalo grass, as well as sagebrush, yucca, prickly cactus and sandsage. Juniper/pinyon hills, ridges and plateaus and some dryland farming and cottonwoods along creek bed.
BLM lands provide camping on about 1,280 acres in the west and northeast portions. Walsenburg and Trinidad along Interstate 25 and La Junta east on US Highway 50 provide a variety of motels, gas, diesel and medical facilities.
Roughly 576 square miles
10.9% public land
Elevations from 4,772-6,576 feet