CO Elk Unit 52

CO 52 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 52 spans nearly 170,000 acres across a steep elevation gradient (4,974–11,333 ft), offering diverse habitat from lower mesas to high alpine. With 48% public land, hunters have reasonable access to BLM and national forest, though checkerboard ownership means careful planning and map study are essential. The unit's broken terrain and elevation range support glassing and stalking across multiple habitat zones. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a 28:100 bull:cow ratio — average/well-managed herd composition. This ratio indicates moderate breeding opportunity and typical hunting pressure; the unit supports a..