Unit 062-067-068 (Elko County Central Ranges)
Nevada Hunting Guide — Mule Deer
Nevada Units 062, 067, and 068 form a combined mule deer hunt spanning the mountain ranges of central Elko County in northeastern Nevada. This combined unit covers diverse terrain from the Independence Mountains to adjacent valleys and range systems, with mature timber, aspen benches, and high alpine zones supporting a strong resident mule deer population. The combined-unit structure reflects how NDOW manages deer movement across this interconnected landscape.
Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 062-067-068
Nevada Units 062, 067, and 068 form a combined mule deer hunt spanning the mountain ranges of central Elko County in northeastern Nevada. This combined unit covers diverse terrain from the Independence Mountains to adjacent valleys and range systems, with mature timber, aspen benches, and high alpine zones supporting a strong resident mule deer population. The combined-unit structure reflects how NDOW manages deer movement across this interconnected landscape.
Where to Find Mule Deer in Units 062, 067-068
Mule deer across the 062, 067-068 combined unit use the mid-to-high-elevation terrain of the Elko County central ranges. In early season, bucks hold in aspen and conifer benches near alpine meadows. As temperatures drop and seasons progress, deer migrate toward lower canyon drainages and sagebrush transition zones. The combined unit's size creates multiple productive hunting areas — focus on elevation transitions and terrain features that funnel deer movement between feeding and bedding areas.
How to Hunt Mule Deer in Units 062, 067-068
Mule Deer Success Rates
The 062, 067-068 combined unit is a serious northeastern Nevada mule deer opportunity. The large combined area and diverse terrain give hunters multiple chances to locate mature bucks across units as deer movement patterns shift through the season.
Mule Deer Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle— Late Season | 70 | 750 | 9.3% | 0 |
Data from 2023 draw results. Resident odds shown.
Open in Draw Odds EngineTags for the 062, 067-068 combined mule deer unit are managed through NDOW's weighted preference point draw. The combined-unit designation affects how draw odds are calculated and reported — review NDOW's hunt draw statistics specifically for the '062, 067-068' combined hunt entry to understand applicant counts and current point requirements. Nevada's bonus-point system gives persistent applicants increasing draw advantage each unsuccessful year.
Unit Logistics & Expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hunt all three units (062, 067, and 068) with a single combined-unit tag?
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.
- NDOW Big Game Hunting — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Unit boundaries for 062, 067, 068, Mule deer combined-unit hunt structure · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Hunt Information Sheets — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Combined unit mule deer herd objectives, Elko County deer management, Hunter access data · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Hunt Draw — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Preference point system, Draw statistics for 062/067-068 combined unit, Application period · accessed 2026-04-17