CO Moose Unit 500

CO 500 — Terrain & Hunt Character CO 500 spans 9,035–13,827 feet across roughly 104,000 acres in high alpine and subalpine terrain. With 72% public land, the unit offers solid access to mixed national forest habitat. Elevation variation creates distinct ecological bands—lower montane forest transitioning to high-country meadows and sparse timber near ridgelines. This vertical relief supports moose across multiple habitat zones, though hunters must be prepared for steep, demanding travel at altitude. The high elevation and substantial public-land base make this unit accessible to self-sufficient hunters willing to work steep country. Access roads likely extend into lower and..