Quick Tips
- Early snow storms can create hazardous travel
- Four-wheel drive recommended
- Carry chains, extra water and gas
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Elk | N/A | 260"+ |
On The Ground
North of Glenwood Springs is the White River National Forest which provides thousands of acres for elk and deer. This unit is made up largely of public land and hunters will find little trouble in locating areas to hunt. A good number of roadless areas are present and will important for hunters to key in on in an effort to reduce some of the hunting presusre.
Big country and good numbers of deer and elk. Hunters will find a plethora of hunting opportunities here but escaping the crowds, as always, can be problematic.
Terrain
This unit has a large distribution of the typical roadless high areas of Colorado with heavy timber, open slopes, and many alpine lakes. Hunters will find a good selection of roadless hunting areas but fully escaping hunting pressure can be a tall order. Physical conditioning can play a pivotal role in success for any hunt here.
Roughly 280 square miles
92.2% public land
Elevations from 5,706-11,182 feet
Vegetation
Sagebrush, pinyon/juniper, ponderosa pine, cottonwoods, willows, bitter bush, aspen, oak brush, mountain mahogany, lodgepole pine, open parks of lush grasses, blue spruce, Douglas fir covered foothills, mountains, ridges and creeks.
Access
White River National Forest can be reached along eastern portion on Coffee Pot Road from the Colorado River Road. Transfer Trail deep in White River National Forest intersects with Coffee Pot Road and Canyon Creek Road. Canyon Creek Road heads north off US Highway 24. This unit has great ATV access.
Camping and Lodging
Modern lodging and other amenities can be found in Glenwood Springs in the south-central portion of the unit as well as in Gypsum, located just outside of the unit. Mainitained campgrounds can be found within the unit and camping is permitted on federal lands.
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