...I got into elk in unit 24 in first rifle but came away with tag soup. I live in maine but ill be heading out west eventually for good. This 551 deer tag is without a doubt the best deer tag I’ve ever had so i am hopefully going to get a good idea of what’s in there for bucks in the three...
Unit 551 has alot of summertime motorcycle and atv trails how does that effect the elk herds in general will they stick around in sanctuary or eventually move out all together asking cause I like the unit after hunting it last year and found sign was in woods early and stayed all day on meadows...
Hey folks, I've got 7 preference points each for deer and elk and am looking to possibly use them up this year. I'd love to get your opinions on these seasons & units:
Elk:
unit 76 (1st rifle)
unit 49 (1st rifle)
unit 40 (4th rifle)
Deer:
Unit 551 (4th rifle)
Unit 79 (4th rifle)
Looking at possibly hunting 66 myself this year. Sounds like it is a pretty rugged unit and I need to definitely get into better shape. I've hunted a few other units in CO. Anybody have any thoughts on how it compares as far as steep/rugged compared to 22, 71, 551?
New to the forum. Looking to get GMU 551 dialed in for elk. I am very familiar with the unit and I have taken a nice 6x6 out of there. Look to share any information to get it dial in.
Another thing to look at is the objective for the particular unit. I read about unit 551; GoHunt indicates they are seeking to reduce elk tag numbers to allow for mule deer. However, the available tags given each year fluctuate up and down. During 4th Rifle, available tags were reduced...
...away from roads helps but area still sees a lot of use. Unit 49 is a long shot with 7 points, took 9 last year to guarantee a tag.
Also hunted 551 twice second season, elk the first time and deer the second time. Didn’t see a ton of deer but 4th season could be different if they get pushed...
I am interested getting unit 551 dialed in for elk. I have hunted the unit 5 or 6 times and have taken a nice 6x6 out of there and messed my daughters hunt up on a bigger bull. I am very familiar with the unit south of Needle Creek res. I have the elk movement narrowed down to a couple areas but...
I’m new to the forum. I live in Rye Colorado and am looking to get GMU 551 dialed in for elk. I am very familiar with the unit and have taken a decent 6x6 out of there. I would like to share any information that I have as well. I hunted unit 441 up by Craig the last couple seasons and am no...
Does anyone have experience hunting Unit 551 in CO? Friend wants me to go out and hunt with them 3rd season. They drew tags in adjoining unit, so i will be on my own. There are 3 units with OTC tags adjoining the unit they are hunting, but 551 is close and decent hunting success
the wife has drawn an archery tag in unit 551 in CO. I've been doing a bit of studying for the trip, and noticed there are a lot of motorcyle/atv trials in some good looking parts. does anybody know if these heavily used? we're typically off the rd typically 2-5 miles from the truck with boots...
Me and my son will be hunting OTC bull 2nd season unit 551 staying in Sargents area . Have done all my scouting on OnX being from NC we cant get out there for a scouting trip due to working to be able to come out during season any pointers or info would be appreciated no honey holes wanted just...
I haven’t found that the ATV traffic effects the elk. The elk are in there but tend to move quite a lot. I have a couple areas that have had elk passing through but I really need to figure out their hiding spots.
Does anybody have any opions on how the deer are doing in unit 551 i have heard its been rough in the basin just wondering if this one has gotten beet up to. Looking at past years looks like they cant get a break.
...prevalence in check and maximize hunting opportunities.”
East Gunnison Basin
The last HMP for E-43, which includes Game Management Units 55 and 551 within parts of Gunnison and Saguache Counties, was approved in 2001.
The previous population objective was 3,000 to 3,500 elk, while the 2021...
The area has a small population that gets somewhat frequently hammered by tough winters. The population objective for 66, 67, and 551 combined is 450 animals, and the 2019 postseason estimate was 320. The trophy quality does not approach justifying the 19 points it takes to draw a license in...