At a Glance
432Square Miles
43.2%Public Land
5,957 - 8,688Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Bring a shotgun to hunt rabbits and small game
- Bring a fishing rod and trout fishing tackle
Hunters find Unit 211 in Colorado to offer challenging yet rewarding opportunities, with a consensus on the importance of understanding its rugged terrain. Seasonality plays a critical role, and many stress the advantage of scouting during different times of the year to adapt strategies accordingly. Draw odds are generally favorable for residents, but non-residents are advised to manage expectations and prepare for a potentially longer wait. Overall, the unit is appreciated for its elk population, with success often hinging on patience, persistence, and thorough preparation based on shared field experiences.
This unit, which is between Meeker and Maybell, contains thousands of acres of BLM and state property, but most of it is surrounded by private land and therefore, inaccessible to the public. Axial Basin and the Danforth Hills include the largest tracts of accessible public land. The terrain is easy to hunt for elk, mule deer and antelope, and elk and deer tags are easy to get.
Wildlife officials manage this and many other units in the region to give many hunters an opportunity to hunt deer and elk. Hunting on public land is best during November rifle seasons but finding accessible public lands can be tough at times.