At a Glance
Except for some private tracts along creeks and river bottoms, this unit is almost entirely composed of federal land in the San Juan, Gunnison and Rio Grande National Forests, including parts of Weminuche and La Garita wilderness areas. Hunters find great public access to healthy herds of elk and mule deer.
Good numbers of elk and limited tag numbers result in good hunting for mature bulls. Deer hunters who scout before the season and hunt hard have a good chance of taking bigger bucks.
Quick Tips
- Scout several parts of this big unit before the season
- Hunt away from main roads and trails
- Let optics cover the ground for you
- Hunting can be physically difficult

