Quick Tips
- Carry a GPS and a good land ownership map
- Take plenty of fuel and water
- Let optics cover the ground for you
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Elk | N/A | 270"+ |
| Antelope | 65"-70" | 75"+ |
On The Ground
Bordering Wyoming, this unit has healthy herds of elk, mule deer, antelope and moose. Terrain is moderate and most land is private. The largest parcels of public land are Cherokee State Wildlife Area and strips of the Roosevelt National Forest north of the Cache La Poudre River and west of the Cherokee SWA.
Terrain
Rolling ridges divided by numerous creeks. Large flats in valleys lead into foothills. Mountains are not as steep as in much of Colorado.
Roughly 299 square miles
50.7% public land
Elevations from 5,300-7,900 feet
Vegetation
Low elevations have flats and rolling hills covered with sagebrush, grass, pinyon pines and junipers with scattered cottonwoods along creeks. Some areas have ponderosa pines and oak brush. Middle and higher elevations have spruce and fir trees mixed with large, scattered aspen groves along with flats covered with grass and wildflowers on ridges.
Access
A few primitive four-wheel-drive roads and ATV trails branch from well-maintained roads that access much of the national forest land. Some low areas are private.
Good public access
Four-wheel drive recommended
Some roads and trails were damaged by the floods of 2013
Camping and Lodging
Good camping sites on public land along roads are near hunting areas. A few small towns are near the unit, offering basic services, but no lodging.
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