OR Mule Deer Unit APPLEGATE — Applegate

# Applegate (OR) — Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** Elevation ranges 891–7,485 ft across rough terrain with 63% public land access. Forum reports describe brushy, logged-over country with scattered clearings—challenging to hunt but workable if you scout thoroughly beforehand. South-facing slopes during weather breaks are prime deer movement areas. **Herd Quality** Deer herd composition shows exceptional quality ratings (91–93/100) across recent years with stable buck:doe ratios around 38:100 (2025, 2023, 2021). The 47:100 ratio in 2024 is flagged as a likely small survey artifact and should not be trusted; use the 3-year average of ~37:100 as the reliable baseline. This...