At a Glance
Quick Tips
- A lot of public hunting areas can have a lot of pressure
- Cell phone service is spotty throughout the unit
- Carry extra fuel and water
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Mule Deer | Dummy | Dummy |
Whitetail Deer | Dummy | Dummy |
Hunters familiar with Wyoming's Area 134 (Bear River Divide) report significant challenges following harsh winter conditions over recent years, leading to decreased deer populations and diminished buck quality. Despite the area's historical reputation for good non-trophy hunts, recent seasons have been disappointing, with minimal sightings of shooter bucks and overall low deer numbers, corroborated by local Game and Fish assessments. Hunters advise being prepared for extensive glassing and adapting expectations to the current situation, which may not yield past unit successes. Prospective hunters should monitor winter severity closely and consider timing their plans to allow for potential population recovery.
species | general Size | trophy potential |
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Mule Deer | Dummy | Dummy |
Whitetail Deer | Dummy | Dummy |
Hunt area 134 can be found near the Southwestern region of Wyoming. Bordered by Utah, this unit runs near the Kemmerer area, past Granger and down toward Uinta county. There is a lot of private land here and open sagebrush desert. For nonresidents, this area is part of Region K and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 132, 133, 168
There is a healthy mule deer population here, with good antler growth. Hunters here can find good opportunity toward the Utah border. There is a lot of mixed public and private land here that can make access more difficult.
Most of this unit has open desert land, with some hills. This is not ideal habitat for mule deer, but deer can be found throughout this area. Accessing some of these areas can be hard without permission to hunt private land.
Access to public land is generally good, but it can be helpful to get permission to hunt private land. Hunters should research public land areas for good hunting opportunities.
Vegetation here mainly consists of sagebrush, with junipers where mule deer can typically be found. Closer to the Utah border hunters can find less desert vegetation with more cover that is normal for mule deer habitat.
This unit is near a few small towns that have accommodations and services for hunters. Camping is allowed on most public land without a permit or fee.
Roughly 1,250 square miles
54.4% public land
Elevations from 6,272-8,241 feet
A lot of dirt roads
GPS recommended