CO Mule Deer Unit 88

CO 88 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 88 spans moderate elevation (4,400–5,600 ft) across 439,000 acres with limited public access—only 21% of the unit is huntable without private-land permission. This low public-land ratio significantly constrains opportunity and concentrates hunters on available state and federal tracts. Terrain is transitional between foothill and mid-elevation forest; the modest elevation range suggests mixed habitat without extreme alpine zones. DIY hunters must identify public parcels carefully and expect competition for accessible areas. Outfitter-guided hunts on private land are a realistic option here. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a **above..