Quick Tips
- Be in good physical condition
- A GPS with a land status map is recommended
- BLM, Wyoming Game and Fish and Forest Service offices located in Pinedale
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Elk | 280"-310" | 320"+ |
On The Ground
There has been a reduction in elk herds here, but the unit still has high success rates. This unit sits just west of the town of Bondurant Wyoming and there is plenty of access. You will find the wilderness boundaries along the northern edge of the unit, so nonresidents will have to pay attention to that. Those willing to search for the more secluded spots, should find great success in this unit.
Those willing to put in the effort to get away from the main access points, should find success in this unit. Later in the season could be more promising if the weather starts to push animals down.
Terrain
There are some long and deep canyons with high mountain peaks of the Wyoming Mountain Range here. The peaks of the Gros Ventre Mountain Range gives hunters good vantage points for glassing and finding elk herds.
Roughly 180 square miles
87% public land
Elevations from 6,700-10,500 feet
Wilderness
Under Wyoming law nonresidents are not permitted to hunt big game or trophy game in any federally designated wilderness areas without the presence of a licensed guide or resident companion. The resident companion must first get a free non-commercial guide license from a Game and Fish office. The law does not prohibit nonresidents from hiking, fishing or hunting game birds, small game, or coyotes in wilderness areas.
7.8% Wilderness
Vegetation
The eastern portion of the area is dominated by prairie grass and ranch land. West of ranch land, and more into the mountains, vegetation will transition into aspen, willows and conifers.
Access
The majority of Unit 87 is Forest Service land with ranch lands in the west with good public access. Most roads are marked with Forest Service signs. This unit can be found in Western Wyoming, north of the Hoback Rim and east of the Hoback River. This area is also west of Shoal Creek, Dell Creek and south of Dell Creek Road and Riling Draw Road. ATV's, UTV's and 4-wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended in case of severe weather.
Camping and Lodging
Some hunters will camp remotely on Forest Service land on the unit with no permit required. Designated camping areas can be found at specific lakes. Motel lodging can be also be found west of the unit in Bondurant.
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