First week of November is leading up to peak-breeding. You should see deer movement, with bucks actively trolling for does. It will be better weather usually also.
An "easy" fallback plan is to find a good saddle between two distinct drainages, and sit there hoping a buck cruises back and forth between the two. I find that kind of hunting boring myself, but it is a good idea for midday and a place to eat lunch, take a nap, etc.
Are you hunting alone or with others who will be walking?
