MT Mule Deer Unit 406

# MT 406 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Mid-elevation foothill-to-mountain terrain (3,100–4,460 ft) with minimal public land access (10%). Heavy private ownership makes this unit challenging for DIY hunters without landowner permission or outfitter relationships. The surrounding region has experienced severe population decline (52% drop in Region 7 mule deer from 2020–2022), compounded by disease pressure (EHD, CWD). ## Herd & Population Status Regional mule deer populations have contracted sharply due to drought, disease, and environmental stress. This unit likely reflects broader Region 7 declines, meaning trophy quality and deer availability are under pressure. Low public land percentage compounds...