CO Moose Unit 171

CO 171 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 171 spans 8,047–12,930 feet across 164,066 acres, with 69% public land providing solid access for self-reliant hunters. The elevation spread accommodates both lower-elevation timber and high-country basins typical of Colorado's north-central mountains. Terrain is rugged and requires solid backcountry fitness; expect extended hiking to locate moose in willow and aspen drainages. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping CO 171 hold a long moose record history, though recent production has softened. Trophy-class animals have been taken from this area historically, but trend data suggests declining trophy frequency in the most..