Quick Tips
- Another map that may be of value is the American Automobile Association (AAA) map of Bishop, CA and Death Valley National Park
- Conditions during the elk hunting season can be quite warm, even with mild temperatures an improperly handled carcass can lead to spoilage
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Tule Elk | 230"-250" | 260"+ |
On The Ground
This zone is located to the east of Bishop. The only permit that is valid in the zone is the Owens Valley Multiple Zone archery permit.
Most of the permit holders will hunt in a different zone. However, there are a decent number of elk in the river bottom country.
Terrain
The terrain in this zone has a huge variation from the lowlands up to the high mountain peaks. Most of the terrain that the elk will be located in is the rolling river bottom country and the nearby foothills.
Roughly 153 square miles
99% public land
Elevations range from 4,000 – 9,000 feet
Vegetation
Some of the more conspicuous habitat types include Great Basin sagebrush, Pinyon-Juniper Woodland, Jeffrey Pine Forest, Montane Chaparral, and Montane Riparian Forest. Great Basin sagebrush scrub is an upland habitat type associated with the drier valley bottoms and alluvial fans. This habitat type supports numerous shrub species that provide quality forage and cover.
Access
The main access roads around the hunting zone will be Highway 395 on the west side, Highway 168 to the south, and the White Mountain Road to the east. There are several other maintained and unmaintained roads that intersect the zone.
Camping and Lodging
There is a wide variety of camping opportunities on USFS, BLM, and county lands. For areas where dispersed camping is allowed, you need to obtain a California Campfire Permit for the use of any open flame (including gas stoves, lanterns, wood fires, charcoal fires, or smoking). These permits can be obtained at no cost from any Inyo National Forest Ranger Station and BLM office. Open flame of any kind may be restricted during times of high fire danger.
Most services are located within the various towns scattered along the base of the Sierra Nevada escarpment, including Olancha, Lone Pine, Independence, Bishop, and Benton.
Hunters are advised to have full gasoline tanks when entering the field and to carry a shovel, serviceable spare tire, and extra food and water.
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