Quick Tips
- Phillips County Historical Society in Holyoke
- Coyote hunting
- Some pheasant hunting
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 130"-150" | 150"+ |
| Antelope | 65"-70" | 70"+ |
On The Ground
Just south of Julesburg along Interstate 76, this unit is composed of mostly private grasslands and crop fields. The land supports mule deer, pronghorn antelope and the rare elk. Plan to pay for access or spend time trying to get permission to hunt.
Pronghorns and mule deer can be found anywhere, but very few elk are seen in this unit. Irrigated crops draw bucks throughout the fall.
Terrain
Rolling hills and flats are covered with prairie grasses and crops, including many circular fields. Several streams run intermittently in gullies and small canyons.
Roughly 946 square miles
10.7% public land
Elevations from 3,500-4,250 feet
Vegetation
Prairie grasses include wheatgrass, blue grama and buffalo grass. Other common plants are yucca, silver sage and cottonwood trees, which grow along creek bottoms. Most irrigated fields are planted in corn, alfalfa and grass hay. Some fields are dry farmed.
Access
Tamarack Ranch State Wildlife Area covers about 4,000 acres south of Interstate 76 off County Road 81. Hunters must register. U.S. Highways 6 and 385, Colorado Route 59 and many county roads provide good access to private parcels.
Secondary roads can become muddy and slick in wet weather
Four-wheel-drive vehicles are recommended when roads are wet
ATVs have limited use
Camping and Lodging
Motels, restaurants, service stations, medical facilities and restaurants are in Holyoke, Sterling and Julesburg. Hunters can buy fuel in Haxtun, Fleming and Venango. Tamarack State Wildlife Area allows camping in designated areas.
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