AZ Elk Unit 4A

AZ 4A — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 4A spans roughly 483,000 acres across elevations of 4,766–7,941 feet, with nearly 72% public land. This mid-to-high-elevation unit offers a mix of accessible terrain and backcountry opportunity. The elevation range supports diverse habitat from ponderosa pine to mixed conifer zones, creating varied hunting strategies across drainage systems and ridgetops. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys document an average bull:cow ratio of 18:100—a below average herd composition indicating moderate harvest pressure or a female-biased population structure. This ratio suggests bulls are not abundant relative to the cow base; success will..