CO Mule Deer Unit 96

CO 96 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 96 spans roughly 158,000 acres across moderate elevation (3,925–4,566 ft), typical of Colorado's front-range and foothill transition zones. Public land comprises only 11% of the unit, meaning the vast majority of huntable ground is private. This makes access the defining challenge. Successful hunts depend heavily on securing permission to hunt private land or identifying the limited public parcels available. Expect to invest significant scouting effort just to establish where you can legally hunt. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a 39:100 buck:doe ratio — above average for mule..