CO Elk Unit 191

CO 191 Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 191 spans 5,200–8,900 feet across 203,000 acres, with 54% public land offering mixed access to lower foothill country and higher alpine terrain. The elevation range supports diverse elk habitat, from lower brushy slopes to high-country meadows and timber. Public land concentration allows self-reliant hunters to plan independent routes, though private land interspersion will require careful scouting and potentially outfitter partnerships for optimal access to contiguous public blocks. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an average/well-managed bull:cow ratio of 25:100—a balanced herd reflecting typical Colorado limited-entry conditions. This ratio supports..