Quick Tips
- Flagler Reservoir offers waterfowl hunting
- Scaled quail hunting north of US Highway 40
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Antelope | 60"-70" | 70"+ |
On The Ground
South of Flagler this area is unique to the eastern plains because of the small amount of square miles, roughly 361, which is 95% private. Small herds of antelope, mule deer and whitetails are near crops and along creek bottoms from Interstate 70 south of US 40.
Trophy quality mule deer, whitetails and antelope are fewer here than in neighboring units.
Terrain
South Fork of the Republican River in the north and Wild Horse Creek in the south frame a flat prairie dotted with dryland farms and rolling hills.
Roughly 361 square miles
5.4% public land
Elevations from 4,288-5,029 feet
Vegetation
Shortgrass prairie covers most of the land until tilled dryland farms take over sections of land. Sagebrush, Russian thistle, and Russian olive offer a distinct contrast to very flat landscape.
Access
There are no state lands available for hunting. Some landowners allow antelope hunting if approached well before the opener, but some may be reluctant to allow deer hunters permission.
Major highways that provide travel around and through the area are Interstate 70, Colorado Route 59, US 40, County Roads 5G, A, 9 and the Flagler-Wild Horse Road. Most other county roads and secondary roads are connected to these state and county highways.
Caution on secondary roads during wet weather
Become muddy and ruts develop
Four-wheel-drive recommended
Camping and Lodging
Some ranchers after giving permission to hunt allow camping in designated areas. Flagler Reservoir has camping in posted areas. Hugo, on US 40, provides a hospital, restaurants and gas. Limon, Flagler and Stratton, along Interstate 70, have motels, gas, diesel and restaurants. A weekday medical clinic is also located in Limon.
Motels
Flagler, Little England motel and RV Park and Lakeview East Lodge
Limon, Super Eight, Econo lodge and Comfort Inn
Stratton, Rodeway Inn
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