ID Mule Deer Unit 32

# Unit 32 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 32 spans 922,000+ acres across a wide elevation range (2,100–6,300 ft), offering diverse terrain from sagebrush foothills to higher mixed forest. With only 30% public land, access is limited—most huntable ground is private, requiring permission or outfitter arrangement. The extended Hunt 1023 season (Oct 10–Nov 24) provides flexibility for late-season hunting as rut activity peaks. ## Herd Quality & Population Trophy record data from overlapping counties (Washington and Gem) shows the area **has produced exceptional record-book mule deer**—Gem County averaged 227.2 across 17 all-time entries, with a high of 280.5....