Quick Tips
- A GPS with land status map is recommended
- Snow chains, shovel and four wheel drive is preferred during rifle season
- Quality fishing can be found locally with creeks, reservoirs and the Platte River
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 150"-160" | 170"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 120"-140" | 140"+ |
On The Ground
Area 22, also known as Douglas, is located 50 miles east of Casper in central Wyoming. This area holds quality hunting opportunities along with a view that allows a hunter to see for miles. Mule deer, whitetail deer, antelope and elk all call this area home.
Hunting opportunities for deer in Area 22 for both mule deer and whitetails can be excellent. Access to available hunting in this area is difficult at times, and public land can be tough to locate. Private land access will enhance both quality of animals and harvest opportunities.
Terrain
Area 22 is a mixture of rolling grassy hills, cottonwood creek bottoms and rocky broken sandstone terrain. The terrain is fairly gentle.
Roughly 2543 square miles
19.7% public land
Elevations from 4,600-5,300 feet
Vegetation
This area embodies the ideal western hunt, complete with vast expanses of sagebrush and cactus clumps, rolling grass covered hills, rocky canyons and sandstone rims, with the occasional twisted pines. Cottonwood creek bottoms will mark areas with water both above and below ground.
Access
Access will be the greatest challenge that hunters will face in this area. Only a very small percentage of area 22 is public land, with the larger sized tracts of accessible hunting ground occurring in the central and north central portion of the unit. A handful of walk-in areas do exist in cooperation with landowners and provide opportunities to those looking for more than BLM accessibility. Outfitted hunting opportunities for different species are available in area 22 providing private land access.
Camping and Lodging
Casper and Douglas both provide camping, motel, restaurant, grocery and services for hunters. Both also offer vehicle and medical services. Casper/Natrona County International Airport can accommodate hunters that chose to fly in with rental vehicles available.
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