CO Elk Unit 6

CO 6 — Terrain & Hunt Character CO 6 spans 226,588 acres across 7,738–12,937 ft elevation, offering high-country terrain with strong public-land access at 68.4%. The unit's vertical relief supports diverse elk habitat across lower sagebrush, mid-elevation timber, and high alpine terrain. This mixed topography provides good hunting opportunities across elevation bands. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a bull:cow ratio averaging 26:100—an average/well-managed herd composition that reflects balanced harvest pressure. This ratio suggests consistent hunting success is achievable for prepared hunters. Trophy Potential Jackson County (which fully overlaps CO 6) holds a strong history of trophy..