Wyoming Elk Mule Deer Antelope

Unit 061 (North Greybull)

Wyoming Hunting Guide — Elk, Mule Deer, Antelope

Area 61 covers the North Greybull River drainage on the eastern slope of the Absaroka Range in Bighorn County. At 78% public land on Shoshone National Forest with low hunting pressure, this is a remote and productive elk area. The terrain is steep and wild — deep canyons, heavy timber, and the rugged eastern Absaroka slopes. Bulls in the 310-350 class inhabit the timbered basins and alpine meadows above the Greybull River. Horseback or committed backpack hunts yield the best results.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 061

Where to Find Elk in Area 61

Elk in Area 61 range across the steep eastern Absaroka terrain along the North Greybull River and its tributaries.

Archery Season (September)

Rutting bulls hold in the high basins and timbered slopes between 9,000 and 11,000 feet along the Absaroka crest above the North Greybull drainage. The headwaters of the Greybull River and the timbered benches along the major tributaries concentrate bulls. Bugles carry well through the steep Absaroka canyons.

Rifle Season (October–November)

Snow pushes elk from the alpine into the mid-elevation timber (8,000-9,500 feet) along the North Greybull corridor. The transition zones in the timbered ridges and parks between the major tributary drainages hold staging herds moving toward lower winter range.

Migration Patterns

North Greybull elk migrate from summer range on the Absaroka crest toward the lower Greybull drainage and Bighorn Basin foothills as winter deepens. These corridors through the steep canyons create predictable late-season movement.

How to Hunt Elk in Area 61

Area 61 hunting demands physical fitness and mountain skills in the rugged eastern Absaroka.

Trail-Based Access

Trailheads along the North Greybull River provide 4-8 mile hikes into productive elk basins on the Absaroka slopes. Establish a base camp at a strategic drainage junction and day-hunt the surrounding timbered terrain.

Glassing the Meadows

The Absaroka's eastern slope has alpine and sub-alpine meadow systems above the North Greybull. Glass these at dawn and dusk from opposing ridges. Bulls feed in the meadow edges and bed in the surrounding spruce-fir timber.

Calling the Canyons

September rut hunting in the steep North Greybull canyons is thrilling. Bugles echo off the Absaroka canyon walls, making locating bulls straightforward. Close the distance using the terrain — approach from above when possible as thermals rise in the morning.

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Elk Success Rates

Archery22%

Rifle44%

Area 61 elk success rates average 22-30% for rifle and 10-14% for archery. The steep Absaroka terrain rewards fit hunters who can cover ground. Success improves with snow — early October storms that push elk into the timber benches along the North Greybull create the best hunting conditions.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %
Archery— General	21	57	36.8%
Rifle— General	84	27	100.0%
Rifle— General	35	271	12.9%

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Non-resident Type 1 elk tags for Area 61 require 7-11 preference points. Type 6 archery tags draw with 3-6 points. The area falls between the top-tier Absaroka wilderness areas and the more accessible foothill units in terms of draw difficulty, offering high trophy potential at a moderate point investment.

Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 061

Area 61 provides quality mule deer hunting in the foothills and lower Absaroka terrain along the North Greybull River drainage in Bighorn County. Bucks in the 150-175 class occupy the sage-covered benches and aspen draws below the high Absaroka elk country. With 78% public land on Shoshone NF and low pressure, mature bucks survive to huntable age. November rut timing overlaps rifle season for excellent visibility and activity.

Where to Find Mule Deer in Area 61

Mule deer in Area 61 favor the foothills and transitional zones below the high Absaroka elk country along the North Greybull drainage.

Early Season

Bucks hold in the aspen draws and sage-covered benches between 6,500 and 8,500 feet along the lower North Greybull River and its tributaries. Browse-rich north-facing slopes on the Absaroka foothills provide summer and early fall habitat.

Rifle Season

November pushes deer to south-facing sage slopes in the lower Greybull drainage toward the Bighorn Basin. The rut moves mature bucks into the open where they cruise between doe groups on exposed Absaroka foothills. The sage benchlands along the North Greybull corridor offer excellent glassing terrain.

How to Hunt Mule Deer in Area 61

Classic Western mule deer hunting across sage and Absaroka foothill terrain.

Glassing Strategy

The North Greybull foothills provide ideal glassing terrain. Set up on high points at dawn and scan the sage benches, aspen edges, and creek bottoms along the lower drainage. Cover as much country as possible with optics before committing to a stalk.

Rut Tactics

November rut hunts are the most productive. Focus on doe concentrations on the south-facing Absaroka foothills and watch for cruising bucks. Ridgeline saddles and draws connecting the sage flats are natural travel corridors for rutting bucks.

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Mule Deer Success Rates

Mule deer success in Area 61 averages 35-45% for rifle hunters. The combination of quality Absaroka foothill habitat, low pressure, and rut-timed seasons produces consistent results. Archery success runs 12-18%.

Mule Deer Draw Odds

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Non-resident mule deer tags draw with 2-5 preference points. Type 6 archery tags are more accessible. A good option for hunters building elk points for this area who want to hunt the North Greybull foothills while they wait.

Antelope Hunting in Unit 061

Wyoming's Unit 061 pronghorn hunt is administered by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) as a limited-quota big-game tag. Applicants enter through Wyoming's preference-point draw, where accumulated preference points advance you in line for the unit's limited-quota tag pool.

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 061

WGFD manages pronghorn distribution and habitat for Unit 061. Consult the WGFD Hunt Planner and unit management notes for the agency's most current distribution information.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 061

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Antelope Success Rates

WGFD publishes harvest and draw statistics by unit. The chart above reflects the data WGFD reports for the Unit 061 pronghorn tag.

Antelope Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	87	501	17.4%	0

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Wyoming pronghorn tags are drawn through WGFD's preference-point draw. Accumulated preference points advance you in line for the unit's limited-quota tag pool.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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RV Sites

Limited at trailheads. Cody has RV facilities.

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Camp Sites

Dispersed camping at trailheads and along Shoshone NF forest roads. Backcountry camping unrestricted.

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Trailer Access

Horse trailer access at main trailheads. Some forest roads rough for large trailers.

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Water

Good along the North Greybull River and its tributaries.

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Road Conditions

Forest roads to trailheads are maintained gravel, generally passable through October. Snow can close upper access early.

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Terrain Difficulty

Strenuous. Steep eastern Absaroka terrain with 2,000-4,000 foot elevation gains. Trail system helps but hunting involves serious climbing in rugged canyon country.

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Hunting Pressure

Low. The remoteness of the North Greybull drainage naturally limits hunter numbers.

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Weather

Mountain weather with potential for snow and cold from late September. Wind channels through the Absaroka canyons. Prepare for full winter conditions.

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Cell Service

None in the North Greybull drainage. Limited in Meeteetse.

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Nearest Town

Meeteetse (30-45 minutes from main access). Basic services. Cody offers full services 30 minutes farther. Greybull provides alternative staging from the east.

Note: Meeteetse is a small ranching town that serves as the closest staging point. Local outfitters know the North Greybull country and can arrange horse support for pack-in camps. Cody offers full resupply 30 minutes north.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is the terrain in Unit 61?

Strenuous. Expect 2,000-4,000 foot elevation gains from trailheads to productive elk habitat. Trail access helps with logistics, but hunting involves significant climbing in steep mountain terrain. Good physical fitness is essential.

What towns stage for a Unit 61 elk hunt?

Dubois is the primary staging town with basic services and outfitter support. Lander offers full services about an hour south. Both have gear shops oriented toward backcountry hunters.

How many preference points for Unit 61 elk?

Non-resident Type 1 tags require 7-11 preference points. Type 6 archery tags draw with 3-6 points. The unit offers high trophy potential at a moderate point investment compared to the premiere NW Wyoming units.

What size mule deer bucks does Unit 61 produce?

Bucks in the 150-175 class are realistic. Occasional 180+ bucks come from the more remote drainages. The unit has a healthy age structure thanks to moderate pressure and quality habitat.

Is Dubois a good base for a mule deer hunt?

Yes. Dubois puts you in the heart of the unit with quick access to quality deer habitat. The town has basic services, outfitter support, and affordable lodging compared to Jackson.

How are pronghorn tags drawn for Unit 061?

WGFD issues pronghorn tags through Wyoming's preference-point draw, administered by the Department for resident and nonresident applicants.

Where do I find the official WGFD hunt information for this unit?

WGFD posts the Hunt Planner, current regulations, and Applications & Drawings pages on wgfd.wyo.gov. Those resources carry the authoritative boundary, season dates, and quota.

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Sources & Verification

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

WGFD Hunt Planner — Elk (Elk Hunting) — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Wyoming elk hunt area boundaries, Season structure (rifle/archery), Non-resident quotas and Special vs Regular license structure, Land-ownership overview · accessed 2026-04-16
WGFD Hunting Regulations Hub — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Current regulation brochures (Commission Regs Ch. 1, 4, etc.), License classes and draw structure, Season proclamations · accessed 2026-04-16
WGFD Preference Points — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Preference point system rules, Application deadlines (resident + non-resident), Point purchase periods · accessed 2026-04-16
WGFD Harvest Reports & Surveys — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Hunter success rates per hunt area, Total harvest data by species and area, Mandatory harvest reporting via 'Make Your Hunt Count' · accessed 2026-04-16
Wyoming Elk Elk Area 61 Profile — GOHunt · supports: Hunter-community unit profile, Historical draw odds snapshot, Public-land access overview · accessed 2026-04-16
WGFD Hunt Planner — Mule Deer (Mule Deer Hunting) — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Wyoming mule deer hunt area boundaries, Season structure (rifle/archery), Non-resident quotas and Special vs Regular license structure, Land-ownership overview · accessed 2026-04-16
Wyoming Mule Deer Deer Area 61 Profile — GOHunt · supports: Hunter-community unit profile, Historical draw odds snapshot, Public-land access overview · accessed 2026-04-16
WGFD Hunt Planner — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Unit 061 pronghorn hunt boundaries, Season dates and quotas · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Regulations — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Pronghorn regulation framework, License and tag rules · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Applications & Drawings — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Preference-point draw procedures, Application timelines and fees · accessed 2026-04-17

Unit 061 (North Greybull)

Elk Hunting in Unit 061

Where to Find Elk in Area 61

Archery Season (September)

Rifle Season (October–November)

Migration Patterns

How to Hunt Elk in Area 61

Elk Success Rates

Elk Draw Odds

Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 061

Where to Find Mule Deer in Area 61

Early Season

Rifle Season

How to Hunt Mule Deer in Area 61

Mule Deer Success Rates

Mule Deer Draw Odds

Antelope Hunting in Unit 061

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 061

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 061

Antelope Success Rates

Antelope Draw Odds

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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