Unit Cottonwood Ridge

Pronghorn herds on Cottonwood Ridge are most concentrated near developed water sources and natural seeps during summer and early fall. The sage-dominated flats at 6,000-7,000 feet hold the largest groups in late August. During the September rut bucks push does across open terrain and become highly visible from elevated positions.

Glass the open flats from ridge crests in early morning covering large areas before selecting a target buck. Use rolling terrain and sage draws to approach within rifle range without silhouetting against the skyline. During the rut flagging and a pronghorn decoy are highly effective for pulling dominant bucks into the open.