At a Glance
Quick Tips
- GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
- Public hunting areas can have heavy hunting pressure
- Cell service is spotty throughout the unit
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |
Hunters contemplating a trip to Wyoming's Area 62, particularly for antelope, will find valuable insights in the shared experiences of others. Key points include the importance of understanding the Type 2 and Type 6 tag boundaries, which closely follow the Continental Divide and dictate hunting areas based on drainage patterns. This unit is known for its abundance of antelope on public lands, though it requires adept use of GPS to navigate the public-private land boundaries. Hunters should consider neighboring units with better public access options and remain adaptable in planning, acknowledging potential fees for private access and variability in non-resident draw statistics.
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |
Also referred to as South Ferris, this area can be found in the south central part of the state, north of Rawlins. This area is made up of high desert plains and has a lot of BLM and state land. Good numbers of antelope are found here and hunters will find a good distribution of public lands to hunt them on.
This area has good general access for hunters, a high success rate, and is considered one of the top areas in the state.
Most of this unit is grassy with open prairies, large basins, creek bottoms and rolling hills that give hunters good stalking opportunities. Spot and stalk techniques will work throughout this area and sitting over water sources during periods of high temps can be very effective.
Good public access in this unit with several well-maintained roads, a network of BLM roads and smaller two track roads. A lot of roads are well maintained, with a few passable only with four-wheel drive or ATVs.
Hunters can find a lot of open land and high desert prairies with sagebrush and grasslands here. Rocky bluffs, cedars and small trees are common as the elevation climbs. The Ferris Mountain area to the north is heavily timbered and will generally not hold any populations of antelope.
Rawlins is the closest town to this unit and has a lot of options for lodging. Groceries, gas and other amenities 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 732 square miles
63% public land
Elevations from 6,400-9,500 feet