Colorado Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Colorado.
Colorado Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Colorado. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
6 species
Game Birds
5 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
6 species in Colorado
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk | 1 | - | Per tag held | Over-the-counter and limited tags available |
| Mule Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | Most units draw-only |
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | - | Limited opportunity in eastern plains |
| Pronghorn | 1 | - | 1 per year | Draw required |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Highly competitive draw |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Separate spring/fall seasons |
Upland Birds
3 species in Colorado
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Spring and fall seasons |
| Pheasant | 3 | 9 | - | Eastern plains; cocks only |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
Fish
3 species in Colorado
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 4 | - | - | Varies by water | - |
| Brown Trout | 4 | - | - | Varies by water | - |
| Walleye | 5 | - | - | 15" minimum on most waters | - |
Colorado Special Notes
Colorado offers OTC elk tags in some units. Research unit success rates before applying.
Colorado Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- Elk
- Mule Deer
- White-tailed Deer
- Pronghorn
- Moose
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Colorado Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Colorado
What is the deer bag limit in Colorado?
In Colorado, the daily deer limit is 1. Limited opportunity in eastern plains
What big game can I hunt in Colorado?
Colorado regulates: Elk, Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Pronghorn, Moose, Black Bear. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Colorado?
Top species in Colorado: Rainbow Trout 4/day (Varies by water); Brown Trout 4/day (Varies by water); Walleye 5/day (15" minimum on most waters). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Colorado-specific regulations to flag?
Colorado offers OTC elk tags in some units. Research unit success rates before applying.
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