CO Mule Deer Unit 39

CO 39 — Terrain & Access CO 39 spans rugged alpine and subalpine terrain from 7,049 to 14,236 feet, covering 236,179 acres across the high country. Nearly 72% is public land, offering substantial opportunity for self-guided hunters. Sixteen percent wilderness requires thoughtful route-planning but remains accessible to determined foot hunters without mandatory guide requirements. The elevation gradient supports diverse habitat — lower slopes with timber transition to open ridge country and alpine basins at height. This vertical relief creates distinct zones for staging hunts across different terrain types. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an above-average buck:doe ratio..