CO Mule Deer Unit 72

CO 72 — Mule Deer Hunt Unit. Terrain & Access CO 72 spans 625,000 acres across steep alpine and foothill terrain, ranging from 4,600 ft to nearly 10,000 ft. The unit's diverse elevation band supports both lower-elevation mule deer habitat and high-country alpine zones. Public land comprises roughly 69% of the unit, providing solid access for self-guided hunters exploring both timbered and open ridgelines. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys indicate an above-average buck:doe ratio of 33:100, reflecting a healthy, balanced mule deer herd with a solid recruitment of mature males. This ratio suggests manageable harvest pressure and..