Quick Tips
- Limited cell phone service, often none
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Elk | 280"-320" | 330"+ |
| Antelope | 60"-70" | 75"+ |
On The Ground
The boundaries for this unit encompass the south Pequop Mountains, spruce mountain being the most notable land feature. Elevations range from 5,500-10,200 feet above sea level. Most of the land is covered by sagebrush with areas of dense pinyon and juniper trees and small pockets of mountain mahogany. This unit is home to mule deer, elk and antelope.
This unit has a small resident mule deer population, but does produce big bucks on occasions. The late rifle and late archery seasons are best for locating trophy mule deer bucks.
Terrain
Steep terrain in portions of the Pequop Mountains, particularly on Spruce Mountain. The remainder of the unit exhibits rolling hills, deep and shallow swales, benches, and extensive flats. Spruce Mountain is the highest point of elevation at approximately 10,200 feet. The lowest elevations reside in the far western part of the unit in Clover Valley, at 5,500 feet above mean sea level. Water sources are very limited and scattered with higher concentrations at elevations above 6,500 feet elevation.
Roughly 726 square miles
88.7% public land
Elevations from 5,500-10,200 feet
Vegetation
Sagebrush dominates much of the unit. Dense stands of pinyon and juniper trees dominate much of the Pequop Mountains with small stands of mountain mahoganies. Many of the low lying valleys are inhabited by winter fat, saltbrush, salt marshes and salt flats.
Access
The majority of the unit is public land (private parcels in parts of Clover Valley) and public vehicle access is good throughout most of the unit. US Highway 93 serves as the best route to access the western reaches of the unit and Shafter Road, in Goshute Valley, provides the best access to the eastern side of the unit. Both of these routes also serve as the best routes to access the southern reaches of the unit. The northern areas of the unit can be best accessed from the road that parallels the Union Pacific Railroad that bounders the unit to the north. Various primitive roads that stem from these primary routes provide better direct access to areas of the unit.
Camping and Lodging
Hunters may get motel rooms and general supplies in Wells to the north or Elko, to the west, both of which are located on US Highway Interstate 80. Hunters can also get a motel room in Ely, to the far south or Wendover, to the east on US Highway Interstate 80. Fuel, hot meals and general supplies are available in Spring Creek, also located west of the unit. Hunters can camp anywhere on public land.
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