MT Elk Unit 535

# MT 535 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access MT 535 spans 1.77 million acres with substantial elevation range (2,500–8,600 ft), but only 18.5% public land limits access. Heavy private land presence will challenge unguided hunts; outfitter/landowner access is likely necessary for quality hunting opportunities. ## Herd Quality & Population No population or bull:cow ratio data is available for this unit; management trend information cannot be assessed. ## Trophy Potential Musselshell County (38% overlap with 535) and Golden Valley County (25% overlap) have produced **8 record-book entries** since 2000, averaging **377–382** — indicating exceptional trophy ceiling. The 2019 entry at...