Quick Tips
- Deer are close to summer ranges during the archery hunt and first part of the rifle hunt
- A detailed map that shows road access and trail access is recommended
- Check migration routes later in the season
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 160"-180" | 190"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 110"-120" | 120"+ |
On The Ground
Area 144 can be found the northern portion of Region G for nonresident hunters. Most of this area has high elevation summer and early fall habitat for mule deer. Since there are not a lot of roads here, hunters can use well-maintained trails to access some of the remote peaks and basins.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region G and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 135, 143, 145
There is some steep and remote country here, but it is not considered a wilderness area which allows nonresidents and residents alike to hunt without the assistance of a guide. Most of this habitat is summer range, with deer typically migrating to other units to winter. This can be a good area for early season archery or rifle hunting.
Terrain
There is some very rugged terrain, with large peaks and high elevation basins that can be found here. A lot of the canyons and basins are steep with boulders, shell rock and rock chutes found on most ridges and peaks. There are some well maintained trail systems that can give hunters great access. Make sure to bring water, since there is typically not a lot in the higher elevations.
Roughly 482 square miles
99.8% public land
Elevations from 5,647-10,770 feet
Vegetation
High elevations are timbered with pines, firs and some aspen with grass, sagebrush and other high elevation shrubs, along with tundra and low-lying alpine vegetation. Middle elevations are primarily canyons with pockets of aspens, meadows, sagebrush and scrub oak as well as some pinyon/juniper. The low elevations having some pine and oak brush.
Access
Nearly all of this unit is public with well-maintained trails to the peaks and basins found in the area. The Grey’s River Road runs north to south through most of the unit, giving hunters access to several trailheads and peaks. A lot of the northern part is roadless, with more roads in the southern half, where there are a more roads that break off the Grey’s River Road. These roads can be used as access points for day hunts.
Four-wheel drive and chains recommended
Snow and rain can delay or block travel on dirt roads
Camping and Lodging
Some hunters will camp in remote areas, with camping permitted on all U.S. Forest Service and BLM land. Other hunters will camp along the Grey’s River. There are also other spots near Greys River Road that have good, flat camping areas for travel trailers or tents. Alpine and Smoot are the closest towns that provide gas, groceries, hotels and other accommodations.
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