{"product_id":"2025-colorado-hunt-map-gmu-38-map-the-xperience-map","title":"2025 Colorado Hunt Map – GMU 38","description":"2025 Colorado Hunt Map – GMU 38 (Avenza GPS Map)\r\n\r\nOur mission was simple — create highly detailed, GPS-accurate maps for Colorado’s Big Game Management Units. Each map includes spectacular 3D hillshade topography, contour lines, public-land ownership boundaries, major roads only, key terrain features, and hydrology. Federal lands include BLM, USFS, and others where applicable.\r\n\r\nLose yourself hunting Colorado’s wild country — yet NEVER GET LOST!\r\n\r\nGMU 38 covers a large and diverse area along Colorado’s northern Front Range, stretching west from Golden and Evergreen across rugged foothills, canyons, and mountain terrain into the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. This unit provides close-to-home hunting opportunities for Denver and Boulder area sportsmen, offering strong elk and mule deer populations across its varied elevations. Elk are abundant in the timbered foothills and drainages, particularly during archery and early rifle seasons when they migrate between public and private lands. Mule deer thrive on the open ridges, brushy slopes, and mid-elevation meadows, while black bear are occasionally encountered in the thicker timber.\r\n\r\nHunting pressure can be moderate to high due to proximity to urban centers, but success comes to those who put in the miles and explore the less-traveled portions of the national forest. The terrain is steep and rugged, but access is excellent via established forest roads, providing multiple entry points for both foot and vehicle hunters.\r\n\r\nBeyond big game, GMU 38 offers rewarding small-game and upland bird opportunities. Dusky (blue) grouse can be found in the mixed aspen-conifer habitats of higher elevations, while Merriam’s turkeys frequent lower foothill canyons and forest edges. Early fall grouse hunts and spring turkey seasons add year-round appeal to this versatile hunting unit.\r\n\r\nWhy Hunters Trust Our Maps\r\n\r\nGPS-accurate and works offline in the free Avenza Map app\r\n\r\n3D hillshade topography and contour lines for terrain awareness\r\n\r\nPublic-land and private-land boundaries (BLM, USFS, state, county) clearly displayed\r\n\r\nMajor roads only (for orientation) – no dense trail networks\r\n\r\nKey terrain features: canyons, ridgelines, creeks, and access points\r\n\r\nClear, easy-to-read format built for hunters\r\n\r\nMark your camp, glassing points, harvest sites, and scouting routes\r\n\r\nCould save your life by allowing rescue personnel to pinpoint your exact location in an emergency\r\n\r\nRecommended Hunting Targets in GMU 38\r\n\r\nBig Game: Elk (primary), Mule Deer (secondary), Black Bear (occasional)\r\nBirds: Dusky (Blue) Grouse, Merriam’s Turkey, limited Waterfowl along foothill creeks and reservoirs\r\n\r\nNote: GMU 38 includes a mix of public and private lands. The most reliable public access is found within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and select State Wildlife Areas. Always verify access boundaries before hunting.\r\n\r\nMobile Map Tips: Use your phone in airplane mode to conserve battery. Turn off unnecessary apps. Carry a backup battery or solar charger—especially vital in the steep, shaded canyons of the Front Range. Mark your route and key intersections before venturing out, and always monitor local weather conditions before heading into higher elevations.","brand":"Map the Xperience","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45474286665884,"sku":"1712955","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/7850\/5884\/files\/map-the-xperience-2025-colorado-hunt-map-gmu-38-map-1712955-preview-0.jpg?v=1761682302","url":"https:\/\/store.avenza.com\/products\/2025-colorado-hunt-map-gmu-38-map-the-xperience-map","provider":"Avenza Maps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}