At a Glance
778Square Miles
19.7%Public Land
1,400 - 1,600Elevation Range
Unit 2L is located in the central portion of the state and houses the mast Devils Lake system. A wide array of habitat and terrain types exist within the unit and provide great conditions for deer herds. {ockets of public land can be found throughout the unit but most of the uhnting will take place on private lands.
Unless you hunt private land or get a tribal license to hunt the Spirit Lake Nation Reservation, there isn’t much opportunity for a rifle hunt here.
Quick Tips
- Hunting private property is your best chance during rifle season = there just aren't enough public hunting access areas that are large enough to support high volumes of rifle hunters
- The Spirit Lake Nation Reservation has arguably the best property for a trophy whitetail in this unit, and licenses are available for residents and non-residents
- Bowhunting State Trust Lands and PLOTS areas may be your best option for a public land hunt

