Quick Tips
- Using a GPS with a landowner programming is recommended in this area
- Cell phone service is spotty in different parts of the unit
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 120"-140" | 140"+ |
On The Ground
This unit is east of Thermopolis and near the southern part of the Bighorn Mountains, including Indian reservations, BLM and state land. Access to public land here can be hard. Mule deer and whitetails are commonly found here.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region M which encompasses units 36, 39, 40, 164. While in the same region, the general tag cannot be used in unit 36, which has it's own Type 1 draw permit.
The river valley and the mountains are good places for glassing mature deer. Whitetails usually like the river and creek bottoms for cover, food and water. They might bed away from the creeks in side drainages, but typically they can be found close to a food source early.
Terrain
High ridges, deep drainages and open meadows are what make up most of the southern parts of Bighorn Mountains. Nowood River flows along the western edge through a wide valley lined with areas of steep rimrock. Between the mountains and the river rolling grasslands and hills fill the landscape.
Roughly 185 square miles
37.6% public land
Elevations from 5,358-8,780 feet
Vegetation
Grassy meadows, stands of pine, spruce and aspen with willows along creeks can be found over 7,000 feet. Near the river are hay fields and cottonwoods. Hills are normally covered in buffalo grass, sagebrush and juniper.
Access
It can be hard to get public access here because of the combination of Indian reservations, BLM, state and private land. Driving through county or secondary roads in rain or snow can be tough, so four-wheel-drive traction is recommended here. GPS maps are recommended for finding land ownership and access roads.
Camping and Lodging
Hunters can camp on some sections of BLM land here. Thermopolis is to the west and has a lot of accommodation options.
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