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Wyoming Area 165 - Yu Bench

Updated May 27, 2026

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Hunters have found that Area 165 in Wyoming, known as Yu Bench, offers a challenging yet rewarding hunting experience. The terrain is varied, demanding good physical preparation, but it provides excellent opportunities for mature game due to its secluded nature. Draw odds are moderate, suggesting that persistence in applying can pay off for hunters seeking quality hunts. Insights highlight the importance of scouting and familiarizing oneself with the area beforehand, particularly to understand local game patterns and seasonal movements.

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At a Glance

333Square Miles

76.8%Public Land

4,833 - 6,511Elevation Range

This area is southeast of Cody, and is only limited quota with thousands of acres of BLM land open to the public. Both mule deer and whitetail can be found here.

Mature mule deer can be found here, but can be elusive. Whitetails can be concentrated near the Greybull River, but getting permission to hunt on private ranches can be hard here.

Quick Tips

Prepare for low temperatures in the later seasons
Cell phone service is spotty throughout the unit

GOHUNT

Wyoming Area 165 - Yu Bench

Updated May 27, 2026

See what hunters are saying

Hunters have found that Area 165 in Wyoming, known as Yu Bench, offers a challenging yet rewarding hunting experience. The terrain is varied, demanding good physical preparation, but it provides excellent opportunities for mature game due to its secluded nature. Draw odds are moderate, suggesting that persistence in applying can pay off for hunters seeking quality hunts. Insights highlight the importance of scouting and familiarizing oneself with the area beforehand, particularly to understand local game patterns and seasonal movements.

This is an AI-generated summary from comments and user reviews, and won't always be correct.

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At a Glance

333Square Miles

76.8%Public Land

4,833 - 6,511Elevation Range

This area is southeast of Cody, and is only limited quota with thousands of acres of BLM land open to the public. Both mule deer and whitetail can be found here.

Mature mule deer can be found here, but can be elusive. Whitetails can be concentrated near the Greybull River, but getting permission to hunt on private ranches can be hard here.

Quick Tips

Prepare for low temperatures in the later seasons
Cell phone service is spotty throughout the unit