OR Mule Deer Unit SNAKE RIVER — Snake River

# TACTICAL ANALYSIS: OR SNAKE RIVER (Hunt 159, Mule Deer) ## Terrain & Access This is a massive, high-public-land unit spanning 945–6,970 ft with 98% public access—exceptional for DIY hunters. Roughly 39% wilderness (likely Eagle Cap region based on forum references) offers backcountry opportunity, though lower-elevation sagebrush and foothill terrain are also huntable. Varied elevation means season timing directly affects habitat and deer concentration. ## Herd Quality & Population Buck:doe ratio of 27:100 (2025) is above average and indicates decent age structure. The "Exceptional" herd composition score reflects good recruitment. However, this is NOT the same as saying large mature...