ID Mule Deer Unit 78

ID 78 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access ID 78 spans 156,654 acres across high-elevation terrain (5,925–9,558 ft), with nearly three-quarters of the unit on public land. The broad elevation band supports diverse habitat from lower-country foothill cover to high alpine parks and ridges. This vertical relief creates natural corridors for mule deer movement and allows hunters flexibility in choosing between lowland and high-country hunting depending on conditions and preference. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping ID 78 hold a notable trophy record for mule deer—22 all-time entries spanning nearly a century. Historical production has been consistent: the..