Finding a hunt can be pretty overwhelming — especially if you're just getting started. That's why we started GOHUNT—the best way to discover new hunts, gear up, and set yourself up for success. That's why we've gathered up some of our favorite articles, videos, and resources to help you get the most out of your next hunt.
Insider Tools
GOHUNT is the number one way to discover new opportunities, find the right units for you, and see what tags you can draw this year and in the future. These articles will show you how to use GOHUNT to find the best places to start.
- How to quickly and easily find an elk tag to hunt this year
- How to find hunting units with a high amount of public land
- Using filters to uncover your next opportunity
- How to easily find hunting opportunities across the west
- How much does it REALLY cost to apply in each western state?
- Have a Wyoming nonresident elk tag? Start here to breakdown the new hunt regions
- Montana general season elk hunting — how to narrow down where to hunt
- GOHUNT's detailed hunting draw odds section: a how to guide
- How to get a mule deer tag every year
- How to narrow down where to hunt when you draw a multi-unit permit
- How to quickly analyze five-year data trends when planning a hunt
- How to use Unit Profiles in the mobile app to find over-the-counter elk hunts
- The importance of using maps when applying for hunts
- Five vital tips to plan your best elk hunt ever
- Demystifying Montana's nonresident combination license draw for general deer & elk hunts
- What is the difference between Montana's preference points and bonus points?
- How to find hunting units with high amounts of public land
- Tips when applying for your first out-of-state western hunt
- Pre-application planning for the upcoming hunting season
- Unit Profiles: why they are an important tool to find tags to put in your pocket
- How to find quality big game hunts close to home
- How GOHUNT tools help you find success in your home state
- How to easily find a hunt using our Filtering research tool
Maps
GOHUNT's maps are built specifically for the needs of hunters. From the basics like public & private land boundaries to advanced features like terrain analysis and 3D maps, we've built a platform that will let you take your research into the field effectively.
- How to import hunting waypoints into GOHUNT Maps
- How to organize your hunting waypoints — set icons, and color code your content
- How to download state layers and offline satellite/topo maps before your next hunt
- How to use a topographical map to find glassing locations
- How to find more areas that hold elk based on elevation, slope, and aspect
- How to use public land/private land map research to your advantage
- How to analyze terrain when e-scouting to find better mule deer hunting areas
- How to use elevation bands to quickly locate areas that hold mule deer
- GOHUNT's New Trail Slope Mapping Layer: A must-have navigation tool for hunters
- How to easily share your hunting waypoints with your friends both online and offline
- How to use the Rangefinder tool to benefit you in ways you never knew existed
- Discover hidden hunting areas with our custom topographical map
- The Nationwide Wildfire Layer and how to use it when hunt planning
- How to track active-wildfires in your hunting area
- Mastering the lay of the land — A deep dive into topographical maps
- Using topographical maps to pinpoint areas for whitetail hunting
- Master navigation with GOHUNT's Topographical Map to find the best travel routes
- How to use a topographical map to avoid cliffs when hunting
- How to read a topographic map to find more elk this hunting season
- Historical Imagery and the importance of changing landscapes
- Using Historical Imagery to pick apart the shadows
- Using Historical Imagery to see through the clouds
- Using historical satellite imagery for analyzing rivers and streams
- Using historical satellite imagery when looking at snow
- Finding hidden water using Historical Imagery
- How to use Historical Imagery when looking at burns
- Five map tips for finding spring bears
- How to use photo waypoints to your advantage
Videos
Not a reader? We're always adding to our library of tutorials and help videos to make sure you get the most out of your GOHUNT membership.
5 Comments
Kyle jeffries
3/18/2025, 3:25:10 PM
Can we get draw odds on Utah CWMU hunts??
Bryan Carpenter
2/3/2025, 9:54:08 PM
I saw somewhere that GoHunt was now adding a service for applications and point management. Is that true and if so, where do I go for this? TY
Brady Miller
2/27/2025, 7:32:15 PM
Hey Bryan. You can learn more about that service called Insider+ here: https://gohunt.com/learn/insider-plus