At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Have a detailed map that shows road access and property boundaries
- Plan to hunt as much of the season as possible
- Be selective with the bull you harvest
- Jordanelle and the Provo River offer good fishing
- Be bear aware


Hunters discussing the Kamas, Utah hunting unit highlight its challenging terrain characterized by dense forests and steep inclines, which require good physical preparation and navigation skills. Wildlife activity, particularly elk and mule deer, is influenced by seasonal changes, with some users noting improved chances during specific times such as early mornings or late in the day. There is a consensus on the importance of understanding draw odds, which can be competitive, thus recommending strategic planning for success. Positive experiences often stem from those who invest time in scouting and are adaptable to the unit's dynamic environmental conditions.
Located in the western part of the Uinta Mountain Range, this unit has some good moose hunting. With very limited tag numbers and over a month to hunt, this can be considered a hunt of a lifetime.
With thick habitat and lower animal numbers, moose hunting can be difficult. A hunter willing to put the time in has the chance to see a bull moose in the 140-150" Boone and Crockett class.
The tops of the mountains are steep and rugged. Off of the mountain tops there are steep creek drainages leading down to the valley floor. Just up from the valley floor are rolling foot hills. With all the ridges and steep creek drainages there are a lot of areas for game to hide where they may not get pressured.
Much of the unit is part of the Wasatch National Forests, giving great public access. There is road access on all sides of the unit with well-maintained dirt roads leading to less-maintained 4-wheel-drive roads or ATV trails. Some sections of private property at middle elevations.
The low elevations on this unit have grass and sagebrush with scattered pinyon pines and juniper trees. Middle elevations are covered in ponderosa pines, oak brush while sagebrush continues through this elevation, as well. The higher elevations have scattered aspen groves with the steep slopes covered in conifer forests.
Most hunters camp along roads and there are several locations that have good, flat camping locations for travel trailers or tents. There are a couple of designated campgrounds open to the public. Heber and a couple other towns spread throughout the unit offer lodging depending on what part of the unit you hunt.
Roughly 343 square miles
63% public land
Elevations from 6,500-11,900 feet
ATVs recommended
4-wheel-drive recommended
Arrive early for better camping locations