OR Elk Unit CHESNIMNUS — Chesnimnus

# OR Chesnimnus – Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Chesnimnus spans mid-elevation to high country (866–5,520 ft) with over half public land (52%), offering reasonable access. The unit covers 421k acres, providing decent dispersal opportunity, though forum reports suggest elk are fragmented into small groups in certain areas and small burned-over wilderness pockets hold limited numbers. ## Herd Quality & Trend The herd shows volatility: bull:cow ratios ranged from a concerning 7:100 (2024) to 19:100 (2025), with a 2025 score of 57/100 (good). The recent uptick suggests recovery, but the 2024 dip is a red flag. This unit is...