CO Elk Unit 45

CO 45 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 45 spans over 214,000 acres across high-elevation terrain (7,124–13,981 ft) with exceptional public-land access—nearly 95% is open to hunting. The unit's substantial wilderness component (34%) means significant terrain is roadless; however, extensive national forest land and established access corridors make this unit viable for foot-mobile hunters willing to pack in. The elevation spread supports both lower-elevation and high-country elk habitat, offering flexibility in where hunters can concentrate effort based on season progression and snow conditions. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an below-average elk bull:cow ratio (22:100), reflecting..