OR Pronghorn Unit OCHOCO — Ochoco

# OR Ochoco Unit — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Ochoco spans 2,259–6,907 ft elevation with 57% public land access—adequate for DIY hunting but mixed terrain requiring scouting. Early-season (late August) means warm conditions; higher elevations may offer cooler pronghorn habitat. ## Herd Quality & Population Buck:doe ratio of 37:100 (2025) indicates a **Good quality herd** (70/100 rating). The 2022 spike to 47:100 appears unreliable due to small survey sample. Overall trend suggests stable but not exceptional herd composition—typical Oregon pronghorn genetics rather than premium animals. ## Trophy Potential Crook County (overlapping this unit) has produced **1 record-book pronghorn**...