OR Mule Deer Unit DESOLATION — Desolation

OR DESOLATION — Desolation. Terrain & Access Desolation spans 429,288 acres across a steep elevation range—from 2,775 ft to 8,569 ft—providing diverse habitat across lower and high-country terrain. Nearly 90% of the unit is public land, offering extensive hunting access. A quarter of the unit lies within wilderness boundaries, which restricts road-based access in those areas but preserves undisturbed country for those willing to hike. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a buck-to-doe ratio of 14:100, indicating a poor herd composition. This low ratio reflects heavy harvest pressure and a skewed age structure heavily weighted toward does..