At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs
- Fly fishing - North Platte River
- North Park Pioneer Museum - Walden
- Tread of Pioneers Museum = Steamboat Springs




Hunters discussing Colorado's Unit 16 emphasize the importance of understanding the unit's diverse terrain, which can be challenging but rewarding for those prepared. The conversations highlight the need to carefully study draw odds and plan ahead, as the area can be competitive due to its desirable game populations. Seasonality is a significant factor, with the migration patterns and behaviors of elk and deer offering both opportunities and challenges depending on the timing of the hunt. Overall, the sentiment is positive, with experienced hunters advising newcomers to invest in pre-trip scouting and to consider early or late season strategies to maximize success.
Southwest of Walden are large sections of BLM and thousands of acres of Routt National Forest/Mt. Zirkel Wilderness that are home to herds of deer, pronghorn antelope and elk as well as a substantial population of moose.
A once-in-a-lifetime moose tag produces bulls that reach both Pope and Young and Boone and Crockett minimums. Sanctuaries are created by private ranches.