CO Mule Deer Unit 69

Unit CO 69 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 69 spans 186,737 acres across a significant elevation gradient (5,153–10,408 ft), offering both lower-country and high-country habitat. With 36.5% public land, hunters will spend considerable effort identifying and accessing public parcels—particularly crucial given that private land dominates lower elevations where deer concentrate. Proximity to populated areas and mixed tenure means scouting and landowner cooperation are essential strategies. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an above-average buck:doe ratio of 34:100, indicating a well-managed deer population with solid age-class representation. This ratio supports consistent opportunity for mature bucks across..