COLORADO

Colorado has a little bit of everything for every type of hunter and as such, is a must apply state in the West. The groceries are there for growing the biggest bucks in the Lower-48, there are more elk here than any other state, and it is one of the last over-the-counter states for nonresidents.

The preference point game is mature, so if you want the top of top hunts, chances are not good of catching the top end if you just got started in the last decade. That said, there are quality hunt opportunities at every other preference point level and a variety of weapon types, season dates, and terrain types.

Whether you need to hunt from the truck daily or want to backpack to 13K feet and hunt alpine bucks, Colorado has hunt options for everyone.