When is elk season in Colorado Unit 15?

Colorado Unit 15 has several 2026 elk seasons. A female rifle season runs September 1, 2026–January 31, 2027, while archery is September 2–30 and muzzleloader is September 12–20. Other rifle windows are October 14–18, October 24–November 1, November 7–15, and November 18–22, with sex and license restrictions varying by hunt.

What license or permit do I need to hunt elk in Colorado Unit 15?

You need the Elk License that applies to your hunt in Colorado Unit 15. Residents and nonresidents have over-the-counter options, and supported OTC licenses go on sale at 9 a.m. on August 4, 2026. The exact hunt code and restrictions depend on the season and hunter residency.

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Colorado Elk Game Management Unit 15

Plan an elk hunt in Colorado Game Management Unit 15. Review season dates, license options, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.

Last updated October 26, 2026 by Aricin Rotarius

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Only 1 Hunt Offered

4th Rifle Deer/Elk Hunt + Lodging | GMU 15: 11/18-11/22

1,800 Acres at Copper Spur Ranch in Bond, CO

Starting Price $4,000 / Guest

4 Guests

5 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

Only 1 Hunt Offered

2nd Rifle Deer/Elk Hunt + Lodging | GMU 15: 2nd Half- 10/25-11/1

1,800 Acres at Copper Spur Ranch in Bond, CO

Starting Price $3,125 / Guest

4 Guests

5 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

Only 1 Hunt Offered

1st Rifle Elk Hunt + Lodging | GMU 15: 10/14-10/18

1,800 Acres at Copper Spur Ranch in Bond, CO

Starting Price $3,125 / Guest

4 Guests

5 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

Only 2 Hunts Offered

Muzzleloader Deer/Elk Hunt + Lodging | GMU 15: 9/12-20

1,800 Acres at Copper Spur Ranch in Bond, CO

Starting Price $2,000 / Guest

4 Guests

4 Days

Lodging

RV Friendly

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Colorado Elk Opportunities in Unit 15

Female

September 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Female	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R	Land: Private Land Only List B

Archery — Limited Nonresident Licenses

September 2, 2026 – September 30, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either-sex	Archery	Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-V1-A	Eligibility: General List A

OTC Archery Either-Sex Elk

September 2, 2026 – September 30, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either	Archery	Resident: OTC	Elk License: E-E-000-U1-A	Eligibility: General List: A

Muzzleloader — Limited Licenses

September 12, 2026 – September 20, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Cow	Muzzleloader	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M	List A
Either-sex	Muzzleloader	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M	List A

Either

October 14, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R	List A
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R	Land: Private Land Only List A

Female

October 14, 2026 – October 18, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Female	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R	List A

Either

October 24, 2026 – November 1, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R	Land: Private Land Only List A

Female

October 24, 2026 – November 1, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Female	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R	List A

Second Season

October 24, 2026 – November 1, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered	Rifle	Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC	Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R	List: A. Units marked New: 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 131, 211, 214, 231, 301, 441.

Either

November 7, 2026 – November 15, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R	Land: Private Land Only List A

Female

November 7, 2026 – November 15, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Female	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R	List A

Third Season

November 7, 2026 – November 15, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Antlered	Rifle	Resident: OTC Nonresident: OTC	Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R	List: A. Valid units same as second season. Units marked New: 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 131, 211, 214, 231, 301, 441.

Either

November 18, 2026 – November 22, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R	List A
Either	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R	Land: Private Land Only List A

Female

November 18, 2026 – November 22, 2026

Opportunity	Method	Availability	License or Permit	Additional Details
Female	Rifle	Resident: — Nonresident: —	Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R	List A

License and Permit Options

Elk License: E-E-000-U1-A

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-000-U1-A	Resident	Ages 18–63	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-000-U1-A	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$20.30

Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-M	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-O1-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-O4-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-P1-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-P2-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-P3-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-P4-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-E-015-V1-A

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-E-015-V1-A	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-E-015-V1-A	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-M	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-O1-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-O2-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-O3-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-O4-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	—	$70.40
Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$20.30
Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R	Nonresident	—	—	$845.16
Elk License: E-F-015-P5-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	—	$130.07

Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$70.40
Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$20.30
Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R	Nonresident	—	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$845.16
Elk License: E-M-000-U2-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$130.07

Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R

License	Residency	Eligibility	Availability	Price
Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R	Resident	Ages 18–63	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$70.40
Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R	Resident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$20.30
Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R	Nonresident	—	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$845.16
Elk License: E-M-000-U3-R	Nonresident	Ages 12–17; Youth hunters	OTCAvailable August 4, 2026	$130.07

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Copper Spur Ranch

Landowner shared an update • Aug 24, 2026

Bond, CO • 1,800 Acres

Video of a flock of turkeys on the ranch last week. I heard that fall turkey permits in unit 15 went on sale. We aren’t seeing any elk yet. Still a couple weeks until the time we normally see them. Excited for the Fall!

Copper Spur Ranch

Landowner shared an update • Jul 8, 2026

Bond, CO • 1,800 Acres

While we're excited for the Fall, thought I'd share what a typical Spring looks like here at the ranch! Despite GMU 15 being a draw for turkey, we are LOADED with longbeards! If you draw a tag, keep us in mind!!

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