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Area 1 - Crook

Last Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Quick Tips

  • A GPS with a land status map is recommended
  • Snow chains, shovel and four-wheel drive is preferred during rifle season
  • Be prepared to shoot at distances longer than 200 yards
speciesgeneral Sizetrophy potential
Mule Deer130"-150"150"+
Whitetail Deer120"-140"150"+

On The Ground

Located in Northeastern Wyoming south of the Montana State Border and East of Crook County Roads 116, 263, 68 and 85. This area is also west of Highway 112 and north of Highway 14. Unit 1 is known for good harvest success rates. The terrain allows for hunters to glass a lot of area from high vantage points.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region A and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.

This area has been talked about for the large numbers of both mule deer and whitetail deer. Be prepared to look over a lot of terrain to find the animal you are looking for.

Terrain

This unit has long deep canyons, sage brush flats, conifer forests and ranch lands. A few mountain ranges provide vantage points for glassing and locating bucks. Horse Creek Butte provides the highest peaks in the unit

  • Roughly 714 square miles

  • 21% public land

  • Elevations from 3,700-4,200 feet

The majority of the area is dominated by sage brush, bitterbrush, pinyon and prairie grass. Ranches dominate the unit with creek bottoms that have willows and cottonwood trees.

The majority of this area consists of private land with walk-in areas. Most roads are marked with county signs.

Several hunters will stay in the towns in and around the unit. Lodging at multiple motels can be located just south of the unit in Moorcroft and Sundance.

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