Quick Tips
- Limited cell phone service, often none
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Elk | 260"-300" | 310"+ |
| Antelope | 65"-75" | 75"+ |
On The Ground
The boundaries for this unit encompass a small area, with Valley Mountain and the West Buttes being the most notable land features. Elevations range from 5,800-7,600 feet above sea level. Most of the land is covered by sagebrush with areas of dense pinyon and juniper trees. This unit is also home to mule deer, elk and pronghorn antelope.
This unit holds small resident populations of mule deer, elk and antelope.
Terrain
The West Buttes and Valley Mountain each exhibit steep slopes, but in large the unit is relatively mild terrain with mostly rolling, deep and shallow swales, benches, and flats. The West Buttes are the highest point of elevation at approximately 7,600 feet. The lowest elevations reside in the northwestern part of the unit at 5,800 feet above sea level. Water sources are extremely limited and scattered.
Roughly 211 square miles
98.9% public land
Elevations from 5,800-7,600 feet
Vegetation
Sagebrush dominates much of the unit. Dense stands of pinyon and juniper trees dominate much of Valley Mountain and the small hills in the north. Many of the low lying valleys are inhabited by winter fat, saltbush, and salt flats.
Access
By in large the majority of the unit is public land (private parcels in the southeastern part of the unit in Butte Valley) and public vehicle access is good throughout most of the unit. State Route 229 serves as the best means to access the northern reaches of the unit, while US Highway 93 provides the best access the eastern reaches of the unit. The CCC and Butte Valley Roads each provide the best access to the western side of the unit. The Butte Valley Road also provides the best access the southern reaches of the unit.
Camping and Lodging
Hunters may get motel rooms and general supplies in Wells, Nevada, to the north, or Elko, Nevada to the west, both of which are located on US Highway Interstate 80. Hunters can also get a motel room in Ely, Nevada, to the far south or Wendover, Nevada to the east on US Highway Interstate 80. Fuel, hot meals, and general supplies are available in Spring Creek, Nevada, also located west of the unit. Hunters can camp anywhere on public land.
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