Quick Tips
- Academy officials decide hunting hours
- Local sites include include Garden of the Gods, Old Colorado City and U.S. Olympic Training Center
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 160"-180" | 180"+ |
On The Ground
A tiny unit—28.9 square miles— entirely on the grounds of the U.S. Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs.
Hunters apply for years to draw a mule deer tag because big bucks are killed every year despite restrictive Air Force controls. A military escort must accompany each hunter and the academy can shut down the hunt anytime.
Terrain
Rolling foothills and creek bottoms along the eastern base of the Rampart Range.
Roughly 28 square miles
100% public land
Elevations from 6,069-,7874 feet
Vegetation
Willows along creek bottoms, lawns, brush, conifers, golf courses and landscaped grounds.
Access
Access is limited. Hunters who draw a deer tag in the Colorado Parks and Wildlife lottery must then buy an access permit from the AFA Outdoor Recreation Center and attend a mandatory safety orientation. Each hunter must always be with an Air Force escort.
Camping and Lodging
Camping on the grounds is limited to persons with military identification. Nonmilitary individuals must be accompanied by a military sponsor to camp. Colorado Springs offers lodging and other services. A new Bass Pro Shop is across from the north entrance to the academy.
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