CO Mule Deer Unit 116

CO 116 — Tactical Overview Terrain & Access CO 116 spans 615,000+ acres across low-elevation plains and foothill country (4,110–4,876 ft), dominated by private land. With only 4% public access, this is a heavily privatized unit requiring strong landowner relationships or outfitter partnerships to hunt effectively. The modest elevation spread and non-mountainous character keep logistics simple, but the scarcity of public ground makes scouting and permission-seeking the real bottleneck. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a buck:doe ratio of 36:100—an above-average herd composition indicating solid breeding structure and reasonable age diversity among males. This suggests adequate recruitment and moderate..