I have heard good things about 86, which is over the rigde to the east from 82. Either side is very steep and mostly wilderness, so you need horses or strong legs and back to carry an elk out. The research I have done shows good populations south and southwest of Cotopaxi on the East side of the Sangres. Took a buck in 82 in the mid-southern end of the Sangres last fall. Didn't see an elk there hunting at timberline. I am sure that there are great places to hunt in 82 for elk, just don't know them. Hopefully, you can find someone else who does.
txhunter58
venor, ergo sum (I hunt, therefore I am)