OR Mule Deer Unit MOUNT EMILY — Mount Emily

# Mount Emily (OR) — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Mount Emily spans 1,046–6,109 ft elevation across ~493K acres with 69% public land access. The unit is a mix of private and public holdings, offering moderate accessibility for scouting and hunting relative to some Oregon units. Terrain varies from lower foothill country to higher elevation ridges. ## Herd Quality & Trend Buck:doe ratios remain strong at 27:100 (2025) and 30:100 (2024), supporting the "Exceptional" quality rating for two recent years. This indicates good recruitment and herd health. However, forum commentary suggests heavy hunting pressure during prime seasons may be...