UT Mule Deer Unit San Juan, Abajo Mtns

# UT San Juan, Abajo Mtns — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access The unit spans 1.29M acres across a broad elevation range (3,900–11,180 ft) with 78% public land, offering solid access for mid-to-high elevation mule deer hunting. Terrain varies from lower foothill sage to higher mixed conifer zones. A key limitation noted in local reports: the northern portion (Salt Lake Valley side) is **archery-only**, effectively splitting the unit in half for rifle and muzzleloader hunters. ## Herd Quality Forum reports indicate improving deer numbers with recent mild winters and strengthening buck-to-doe ratios. Trophy potential exists: San Juan County (which...