CO Elk Unit 83

CO 83 — Tactical Overview. Terrain & Access CO 83 spans 801,273 acres across the southern Colorado high country, ranging from 7,388 to 14,213 feet. Only 25% is public land—the majority is private, requiring access negotiation or reliance on limited public holdings. High elevation dominates the unit, supporting classic alpine and subalpine elk habitat. Hunters will need to plan carefully around private-land boundaries and focus effort on accessible public acreage. The significant elevation range creates distinct hunting zones; higher ridges and parks offer different terrain and timing than lower drainages. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a..