At a Glance
450Square Miles
89.7%Public Land
8,035 - 14,421Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Good fly fishing
- Wilderness travel restricted to foot or horseback
- Filter drinking water
Hunters discussing Unit G17 in Colorado generally emphasize the challenging terrain and variable weather conditions, which can impact access and visibility. Many find the draw odds to be competitive, requiring advance planning and flexibility in hunting plans. The unit is noted for a healthy elk population, but hunters advise scouting early and being prepared for strenuous hikes to increase success chances. Overall, those familiar with the area recommend utilizing available maps and firsthand knowledge to navigate effectively and maximize hunting opportunities.
East of Basalt, South of Eagle and west of Leadville is small, stable population of mountain goats. Three wilderness areas within two National Forests have thousands of acres of public land.
There is a lot of recreational use during weekends in National Forest and wilderness areas. The mountain goat terrain is outside wilderness areas. Random weather changes should be expected, especially afternoon thunderstorms. This unit typically sees low numbers of goats with horns in the 7-9” range.