At a Glance
Quick Tips
- GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
- Cell phone service can be spotty
- Be aware of wet roads, mud can make driving hard
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |
Hunters targeting Area 61 in Wyoming's Chain Lakes region have noted the abundance of mature bucks, with one user observing over 100 bucks exceeding 70 inches. The key strategies shared include hunting at first and last light due to pronghorn behavior and sage cover, as well as considering water sources in dry years. The conversation highlights challenges like reduced non-resident tag allocations and point creep, which can unexpectedly affect draw odds despite clear previous data. Hunters should carefully track updates in regulations and point requirements, considering group applications that might increase opportunities despite limited tags.
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |
This unit is found in the south central portion of the state and features good populations of antelope and a healthy distribution of public lands. Made up of high plains desert, this area has a lot of BLM and state lands. It is bordered by County Road 23 on the west and the divide on Green Mountain.
Good populations of antelope are found in this unit along with great public access. Mature bucks can be found here but hunters may need to spend a few days covering ground and glassing herds to locate a target.
Most of this land is made up of open prairie with large basins, creek bottoms and rolling hills that give hunters a good opportunity for stalking. Glassing conditions are prime throughout the area and will generally be one of the best methods in originally locating herds.
Public access in this area is great. It contains several well-maintained roads, a network of BLM roads and smaller two track roads. Most roads here are in good condition with a few passable only with four-wheel drive or ATVs.
Hunters can see a lot of open, high desert prairie along with sagebrush and grasslands. Rocky bluffs, cedars and small trees are common as the elevation climbs. The Green Mountain area is very timbered.
Rawlins is the closest town to this unit, and has a lot of options for lodging. Groceries, gas, and other stores can be found here as well. Camping is allowed on all public ground for up to 16 days in one location. Hunters can camp in remote locations.
Roughly 1,258 square miles
70% public land
Elevations from 6,500-9,100 feet