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UtahMule Deer

UT Mule Deer Unit San Juan, Mancos Mesa

Total Acres
620,073
Public Land
100%
Elevation
3,533–7,736 ft

Terrain Difficulty

Steepness
12° avg slope
Extreme Slopes
28° steepest 10%
Ruggedness
±11° variability
Vertical Relief
4,203 ft relief
Altitude
7,736 ft max
Remoteness
0% wilderness

Strenuous terrain — over 4,203 ft of vertical relief and steep, sustained slopes.

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UT San Juan, Mancos Mesa — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Mancos Mesa spans 620,000 acres of 100% public land across a broad elevation band from 3,500 ft to 7,700 ft. This diverse topography—from pinyon-juniper lowlands to mixed conifer and aspen at higher elevations—creates varied habitat supporting mule deer across multiple terrain types. The unit's full public-land status removes access barriers and opens the landscape to self-guided hunters. Hunt Character This is a straightforward public-land mule deer hunt suited to hunters who value access and terrain diversity over trophy pedigree. The elevation span means you can hunt..

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Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Hamss — DB1116Nov 7, 2026Nov 30, 2026male

Trophy Data

Record-Book Entries
20
Avg Score
209.4
Top Score
254.2
Recent (5yr)
1

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