MT Elk Unit 318

# MT 318 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Hunting Conditions** Unit 318 spans 4,950–8,750 ft with 87% public land across 173,000 acres—excellent access for DIY hunters. The elevation range supports elk across multiple habitat zones from lower-elevation timber to alpine terrain, suitable for both early archery (September) and late-season rifle hunting. **Herd & Trophy Potential** Jefferson County (100% unit overlap) has produced 9 record-book entries over four decades, averaging 377.7—well above record-book minimum (360). The most recent entry (2015, 378.5) confirms ongoing trophy-class bull production. Expect most harvested bulls in the 280–340 range; record-book animals represent the exceptional top 1-2% of...