CO Mule Deer Unit 18

CO 18 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 18 spans high alpine country from 7,344 to 13,469 feet, predominantly public land (89%). The 12% wilderness component means most terrain is accessible without outfitter requirement, though the elevation and ruggedness demand physical conditioning. Hunters comfortable with backcountry travel will find ample room to work away from concentrated pressure. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an above-average buck:doe ratio of 31:100 — a solid indicator of a well-managed mule deer population with good recruitment and survival of older animals. This ratio sits at the lower threshold of the..