At a Glance
1,214Square Miles
70.3%Public Land
8,000 - 11,000Elevation Range
The San Juan Mountains meet the San Luis Valley about halfway across this unit, which is southeast of Alamosa and holds elk, mule deer and antelope. Much of the western half is in the South San Juan Wilderness and the Rio Grande National Forest.
Hardworking hunters have a good chance of finding bull elk, mule deer and antelope, who are in low terrain in the east. There is designated high country wilderness in the west and good road access in much of the area.
Quick Tips
- Be mobile and willing to move camp
- Hunt away from roads and main trails
- A lot of tourists hike and climb in wilderness
- Weather and temperature influence elevations of animals