Wyoming Pronghorn

Unit 074 (Lander / Wind River Basin)

Wyoming Hunting Guide — Pronghorn

Wyoming Pronghorn Area 074 covers the open sage and grassland terrain of the Wind River Basin south of Lander in Fremont County. This classic Wyoming pronghorn country features broad, rolling sagebrush flats with excellent visibility for spotting and stalking. The area supports a healthy pronghorn population with a mix of general and limited quota license options.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 074

Where to Find Pronghorn in Area 074

Pronghorn in Area 074 distribute across the open sagebrush flats of the Wind River Basin, favoring low-relief terrain with good visibility in all directions. Look for herds on the broad sage benches between US-287 and the foothills south of Lander. Water sources — stock ponds and creek crossings — concentrate animals during the midday heat of early September.

Morning and Evening Patterns

Pronghorn feed on the open flats at first and last light, often traveling 2–5 miles between water and feeding areas. Set up near water sources or on elevated points overlooking large sage flats to locate herds before committing to a stalk.

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How to Hunt Pronghorn in Area 074

Classic spot-and-stalk pronghorn hunting on the Wind River Basin flats. Use the rolling terrain to stay below the skyline during your approach — pronghorn eyesight is exceptional and they will detect upright movement at extreme distances. Belly-crawl the final 200 yards on flat terrain to close within shooting range.

Decoy and Rut Tactics

During the September rut (typically late September), dominant bucks become territorial and respond to decoys and calls. Set up a pronghorn decoy 80–150 yards from your position in an area where you've spotted a buck with does. Challenging bucks will often charge straight in during peak rut.

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Wyoming's Wind River Basin is consistently productive pronghorn country. WGFD harvest reports include Area 074 data — hunter success rates in open basin terrain typically run 70–85% for rifle hunters who cover ground systematically. Archery success is lower but improving with decoy and rut tactics.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	113	426	26.5%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Wyoming pronghorn areas offer a combination of general licenses (available without a draw in some areas) and limited quota licenses through the preference point system. Area 074 in the Wind River Basin is a popular pronghorn destination — check the WGFD Applications & Drawings page for current draw statistics and whether general licenses are available.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Water

Limited natural water — stock ponds and creek crossings are primary sources; carry adequate water for all-day hunts

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Road Conditions

Most of the area is accessible via county and BLM two-track roads; standard 4WD recommended for backcountry access

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Terrain Difficulty

Easy to moderate — open rolling sage flats with minimal elevation change

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Hunting Pressure

Moderate — Wind River Basin pronghorn areas draw significant regional interest

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Nearest Town

Lander (approx. 20–35 mi). Full services including fuel, groceries, lodging, and hunting supply stores.

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Permit Notes

Verify license type (general vs. limited quota) at WGFD before applying

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to hunt pronghorn in Area 074?

Early September rifle season provides good buck-to-doe ratios and summer buck groupings that are easier to locate. The rut (late September to early October) is prime for archery hunters using decoys and calls — bucks become territorial and much more responsive to hunting pressure.

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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 — Antelope — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 074 boundaries, License types available, Season structure · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Hunting Regulations Hub — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Season dates, Bag limits, Weapon restrictions · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Preference Points — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Preference point system, Application period, Draw statistics · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Harvest Reports & Surveys — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 074 harvest data, Hunter success rates · accessed 2026-04-17