Colorado Maroon Bells Unit 43

[homestead]

My dad and I are planning a return trip to Colorado for muzzle loader elk this year. We're looking into both the Marble area as well as Sopris to the north. I have spoken with a number of individuals including hunt planners, the region warden/biologist, as well as a forest service ranger. All of these folks have been great in answering my questions and very giving of their time. I thought I might reach out to any fellow members here for any information or insight that might be provided. We have narrowed our areas down to a handful of specific areas after speaking with the before mentioned people. I'd really appreciate anything anybody might feel like sharing. Thanks

 

[Muskeez]

Can't help you out with where to hunt. All I can offer up after hiking the Maroon Bells last summer is be prepared for the high altitude. Read about altitude sickness and consider pills. I took them, did fine, but it was the steepest , highest terrain I had ever hiked. (up and down 4 passes, 26 miles) I quit taking the pills after getting back down to Aspen, and when I got home 2 days later I was nasty sick. Take the pills for 2 days after like the Rx says

 

[homestead]

Thanks Muskeez. I remember you telling me that when we spoke on the phone a while back. I told my old man about that and he was definitely interested. I'll be in touch in the coming months about that bear keg if the offer's still on the table.

 

[Muskeez]

You bet, glad to help, sorry I didn't recognize your username. Hope you get some hunting info about the unit. All we saw were distant mule deer and up close goats at the top.

 

[homestead]

Still hoping some guys here have some sort of experience hunting this unit and would like to share any information. Thanks again Muskeez and Pagosa for your insights.