ID Mule Deer Unit 23

ID 23 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access ID 23 spans rugged country from foothill elevations (1,728 ft) to high alpine (9,276 ft), offering diverse terrain across nearly 477,000 acres. With 76% public land, the unit provides solid access to mixed forest and sagebrush habitat across a broad elevation range. This vertical relief creates distinct micro-climates and allows hunters to adjust elevation strategy as conditions shift—a major advantage for adapting to weather and animal movement. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping ID 23 hold a notable historical trophy legacy. Earlier decades produced consistent record-book mule deer, with strong..