Colorado Mule Deer Hunting

Mule Deer Hunting Near Durango, Colorado

Colorado Mule Deer Hunting in the San Juan Mountains

Set your sights on Colorado mule deer across the scenic ridges and canyons of the San Juan Mountains, home to some of the finest mule deer genetics in the West. Known for their impressive racks and sharp instincts, Colorado mule deer offer a rewarding pursuit for hunters who enjoy patience, skill, and glassing wide expanses for the perfect stalk. Whether you hunt with a rifle, muzzleloader, or bow, every encounter with these mountain giants is a test of precision and persistence.

Our guided mule deer hunts in Colorado take place in Game Units 75 and 751, where mature bucks roam alpine basins, aspen groves, and open sage hillsides. With local experts guiding your approach, you’ll learn how to navigate terrain, identify feeding and bedding areas, and make strategic moves based on weather and migration patterns. From crisp dawns to golden fall afternoons, Colorado mule deer hunting delivers unforgettable moments and the chance to bring home a truly remarkable trophy.

Mule Deer Hunting Packages

Guided Hunts

Unwind in a private cabin at Colorado Trails Ranch, savor a chef prepared dinner, and after breakfast meet your licensed guide to ride by horseback into the backcountry to a fully provisioned camp. When the hunt concludes, our crew will pack you back to the ranch for a final lodge dinner and breakfast before you depart.

Drop Camp Hunts

Settle into your cabin at Colorado Trails Ranch, dine on locally sourced cuisine, then saddle up with our wranglers for a horseback ride into the high country and a fully outfitted campsite. When the hunt wraps up, the team packs you back to the ranch for a final dinner and breakfast before you head home.

Private Land DIY Hunts

Arrive at Mountain High Ranch in Hesperus, Colorado for DIY mule deer hunts with on site lodging and strong success rates, ideal for seniors, youth, and anyone who prefers easy access rather than rugged backcountry treks. The property features ridges & draws, natural blinds, and multiple water sources like ponds and troughs.

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