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Wyoming Pronghorn

Unit 044 (Alcova / Pathfinder)

Wyoming Hunting Guide — Pronghorn

Area 44 wraps the Alcova and Pathfinder Reservoir country southwest of Casper — a mix of BLM sage and rolling breaks around the North Platte River. The unit mixes scenic water-based recreation with solid pronghorn densities. Access is largely public through BLM and state sections, with some HMA enrollment. Buck quality averages 13-14 inches with occasional trophies in the less-accessed country.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 044

Area 44 wraps the Alcova and Pathfinder Reservoir country southwest of Casper — a mix of BLM sage and rolling breaks around the North Platte River. The unit mixes scenic water-based recreation with solid pronghorn densities. Access is largely public through BLM and state sections, with some HMA enrollment. Buck quality averages 13-14 inches with occasional trophies in the less-accessed country.

Where to Find Pronghorn in Area 44

Area 44 pronghorn range across BLM sage country around the North Platte reservoirs.

Opening Week

Bachelor bucks on benches above Pathfinder and Alcova reservoirs. Glass along WY-220 and BLM roads branching south.

Mid-Season

Pressure shifts animals to less-roaded BLM country and HMA parcels. Less-accessed pockets hold mature bucks.

Late Season

Herds form; bucks separate near water sources and south-facing winter range.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Area 44

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Area 44 rifle success averages 75-83%. Days-per-harvest 3-4. The unit's reservoir-recreation traffic can spread hunter pressure unevenly; hunters who pick lower-use weekends perform better.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— General11219557.4% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Area 44 Type 1 non-resident tags draw at 1-3 preference points. Wyoming's 75/25 split gives random applicants a chance. Doe tags draw at 0 points.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hunt from the reservoirs?
The reservoirs and immediate water are not great pronghorn habitat, but the benches and breaks surrounding them are excellent. Boat access is not typically useful for pronghorn — stick to land-based hunting.
How's the trout fishing?
Excellent. The North Platte below Alcova (Grey Reef stretch) is a world-class trout fishery. Many hunters pack rods for an afternoon between hunts.
Any safety concerns with reservoir traffic?
Reservoir recreation mostly winds down by pronghorn season opener in October. Occasional boat traffic and weekend campers near marinas — just be aware and shoot safely.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

  1. WGFD Hunt Planner — Pronghorn — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 44 boundary and quotas · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. BLM Casper Field Office — Bureau of Land Management · supports: Alcova and Pathfinder BLM landownership, Travel management · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. WGFD Walk-In & HMA — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 44 HMA and walk-in listings · accessed 2026-04-17