OR Elk Unit ALSEA — Alsea

# OR Alsea Unit — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Alsea spans 1.25 million acres of Oregon's coastal range at 0–4,050 ft elevation, with 48% public land. Terrain is steep, forested, and wet—classic Pacific Northwest elk habitat. Vehicle access and road density vary by drainage; expect significant foot travel on many ridges. ## Herd Quality & Population Bull:cow ratios are consistently poor (7–10:100 across recent years), indicating a herd heavily skewed toward females. Quality Index scores remain **below average** (21–30 points). This translates to fewer mature bulls and reduced trophy potential compared to eastern Oregon units. ## Trophy Potential...