CO Mule Deer Unit 65

CO 65 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 65 spans high-elevation country from roughly 5,800 ft to over 14,000 ft, offering diverse hunting terrain across a 430,000-acre unit. Just over half the land is public, providing substantial opportunity for self-guided access. Sixteen percent wilderness means most terrain is huntable without guide requirements, though high-country areas require solid backcountry skills and weather preparedness—recent seasons have brought significant snow to the alpine zone mid-hunt, complicating high-elevation pursuits. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an average buck:doe ratio of 29:100 — a rating of above average. This indicates a..