Quick Tips
- Use of a GPS with a landowner programming is recommended in this area
- All nonresident hunters must have a guide in wilderness areas
- Large lake trout can be in nearby Jackson Lake
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 180"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 110"-120" | 120"+ |
On The Ground
Area 149 is almost entirely National Forest with portions of private property throughout the area. Located along the Targhee Mountains, this area has the right environment for deer that can provide hunters with a great hunt.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region H and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 130, 138, 139, 140, 142, 146, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156.
With high mountain peaks and many ponds, lakes and streams, this area has large herds of deer with bucks that roam the unit. Along with trophy mule deer, a hunter has the chance to see mountain goats and big horn sheep in this area.
Terrain
High mountain meadows that hold many water sources have grass flats and willows that mule deer frequent for feeding areas. The elevation from these meadows increases into the conifer forests, with steep rocky cliffs and large rock slides that can be found throughout the unit. Above the treeline the tops of the mountains are dominated by shale rock with grass hill tops.
Roughly 383 square miles
96.5% public land
Elevations from 6,290-13,518 feet
Wilderness
Under Wyoming law nonresidents are not permitted to hunt big game or trophy game in any federally designated wilderness areas without the presence of a licensed guide or resident companion. The resident companion must first get a free non-commercial guide license from a Game and Fish office. The law does not prohibit nonresidents from hiking, fishing or hunting game birds, small game, or coyotes in wilderness areas.
54.7% Wilderness
Vegetation
Grass flats with some irrigated ranch lands are located along the Idaho border. The mountains have conifer trees and aspen trees with willow patches along water sources. The highest country in the mountains is covered in short grasses, wildflowers and sparse conifer patches.
Access
Any direction going into area 149 provides access to the National Forest, with maintained roads that travel into many locations. Horse trails and hiking trails go through the locations where motorized travel is restricted.
Roughly 383 square miles of designated wilderness
55% of Area 149 is designated wilderness
Camping and Lodging
Established camping grounds with many that have fees are located through the National Forest. Lodging can also be found just south of the unit in Jackson Hole, or in the central portion of the unit in Targhee.
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