CO Moose Unit 45

CO 45 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 45 spans 215,000 acres across rugged high-country terrain between 7,100 and nearly 14,000 feet. Nearly 95% is public land—primarily national forest—with one-third designated wilderness. Access is strong for DIY hunters on foot or via high-elevation roads; the wilderness fraction is manageable for self-sufficient parties. Elevation range supports both lower-forest and alpine habitat, providing diverse moose country across the unit. Hunt Character This is a wilderness-capable, high-elevation moose unit suited to physically fit hunters comfortable with backcountry navigation and multi-day packing. The exceptional public-land percentage and moderate wilderness footprint..