Quick Tips
- Limited cell phone service
- Several chukar partridges in the Pine Forest Range
- Several chukar hunters from October through December
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 130"-150" | 160"+ |
| Antelope | 70"-80" | 80"+ |
| California Bighorn Sheep | 150"-160" | 165"+ |
On The Ground
Major landmarks in this area include the Pine Forest Range and the southern end of the Pueblo Mountains. The land here is covered by desert brush and ranges from 4,100-9,400 feet above sea level. Road access in this area is good, but some areas can be reached only by hiking.
Terrain
The Pine Forest Range and Pueblo Mountains have steep elevation changes, while other areas are mild with rolling hills, shallow swales, playas and desert flats. Natural and artificial water sources are scattered throughout the area, but many can be found in the higher portions of the Pine Forest Range.
Roughly 623 square miles
91.4% public land
Elevations from 4,100-9,458 feet.
Vegetation
Sagebrush dominates much land with scattered stands of bitterbrush and mountain mahogany. Aspens grow in small pockets, particularly at upper elevations. Limber pines grow in stands in the high parts of the western Pine Forest Range near Duffer Peak, Blue Lake and Onion Valley Reservoir. Desert shrubs dominate some areas.
Access
Most land can be reached by the public, especially upper elevations. Access to adjacent public land is provided through private property at the base of the Pine Forest Range and at the mouth of Lenard Creek, Alder Creek, Knott Creek, Big Creek and Bishop Canyon. Various private parcels are in the east along Nevada State Route 140. County roads through most of them provide good public access to adjacent public land.
Primitive and county roads stemming from State Route 140 provide good access into the east slopes and drainages of the Pine Forest Range. Primitive roads that stem from the Alkali Flat road provide access into the west slopes and drainages of the range. Alder Creek road accesses the Onion Valley Reservoir/Blue Lake region as well as the Knott Creek Reservoir region. Cove Creek Drainage Road also provides good access to these areas.
Camping and Lodging
Hunters can get lodging, fuel and supplies at Denio Junction and Winnemucca, which is farther. Unit 32 has no public campsites, but hunters may camp almost anywhere on federal land, including scenic places at Knott Creek Reservoir and Onion Valley Reservoir.
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