OR Mule Deer Unit STEENS MTN — Steens Mtn

Steens Mountain Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Steens Mountain spans 1.2 million acres across rugged high-elevation terrain, from 4,000 ft to nearly 10,000 ft. Public land comprises 72% of the unit, offering solid access for self-guided hunters. The broad elevation gradient supports multiple habitat types—lower sagebrush and juniper country transitioning to mountain mahogany, mixed conifer, and alpine ridgetop. The scale of the unit and high public-land percentage make it navigable for foot hunters willing to cover distance and elevation. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a above average buck:doe ratio of 33:100, indicating moderate hunting pressure and..