Wyoming Mule Deer Pronghorn

Unit 102

Wyoming Hunting Guide — Mule Deer, Pronghorn

Wyoming Mule Deer Area 102 is managed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) and issued through the state's preference-point draw. Non-resident applicants compete under the 75/25 split — 75% to highest-point holders and 25% through a weighted bonus random draw. Season structure, quotas, and license types are set annually in the WGFD hunt planner and regulations.

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Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 102

Where to Find Mule Deer in Area 102

Mule deer distribution and public-access information for Area 102 are summarized in the WGFD Hunt Planner. Review current-year maps and posted closures before scouting.

How to Hunt Mule Deer in Area 102

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Mule Deer Success Rates

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Per-area hunter success for mule deer is published each year by WGFD in its harvest reports. Success rates move with weapon, season timing, and weather — check the most recent report before applying.

Mule Deer Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	100	3,482	2.9%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Wyoming's preference-point draw applies a 75/25 split between highest-point applicants and a weighted bonus random draw. Mule deer allocations and non-resident quotas are set annually — review current odds on the WGFD Applications & Drawings page.

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 102

Antelope Area 102 sits in Natrona County near Casper — sage-grass basins with a mix of BLM, state trust, and WIA access. A 3-year average of roughly 1,037 tags against 649 applicants makes it one of Wyoming's easiest-draw high-opportunity antelope areas. We plan it for first-time non-residents or point-savers looking for a reliable tag.

Where to Find Pronghorn in Area 102

Natrona County sage basins scatter pronghorn across BLM and WIA ground. We glass from county-road rises and move quickly between basins.

BLM Sage Flats

Public blocks south and west of Casper hold the most-accessible herds.

WIA Enrollment

Wyoming's WIA program adds significant private-land coverage here — print the current atlas before heading out.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Area 102

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Natrona County antelope buck hunts routinely show 85%+ success per WGFD harvest summaries. Current-year data is on the Draw Odds chart.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— General	239	126	100.0%	0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Area 102's tag-heavy structure means Type 1 non-resident buck tags often go with 0-1 preference points; doe/fawn and Type 6 tags are typically leftover.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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RV Sites

Developed RV sites near highway towns; scarcer in remote areas.

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Camp Sites

Dispersed camping is available on many public lands. Follow agency rules.

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Trailer Access

Main gravel roads generally handle trailers; spur roads vary.

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Water

Seasonal. Treat surface water and carry camp supply.

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Road Conditions

Range from paved to primitive; early snow can close upper routes.

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Terrain Difficulty

Varies by area from plains to mountain. Match conditioning to terrain.

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Hunting Pressure

Concentrates near road access and firearms opener.

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Weather

Plan for mild-to-freezing swings and steady wind on exposed ridges.

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Cell Service

Unreliable outside towns. Satellite communicator recommended.

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Nearest Town

Resupply in larger Wyoming towns before heading to remote country. Fuel, groceries, and lodging cluster along highway corridors.

Note: Confirm public-land maps and motorized-travel restrictions before each trip.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who manages mule deer hunting in Wyoming Area 102?

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) manages seasons, quotas, and licensing for Area 102. Rules are published in the WGFD Hunt Planner and annual regulations.

When are Wyoming mule deer applications due?

Application deadlines are posted on the WGFD Applications & Drawings page and vary by species and residency. Check the current-year schedule before the season.

Is Area 102 good for first-time non-resident antelope hunters?

Yes. Tag availability, WIA access, and Casper-area services make it one of Wyoming's more newcomer-friendly antelope areas.

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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 — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Hunt area boundaries for mule deer, Season structure overview · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Regulations — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Annual regulation brochures, License classes · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Applications & Drawings — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Preference-point draw structure, Application deadlines · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Hunt Planner — Antelope — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 102 boundaries, Season dates · accessed 2026-04-17
2025 Wyoming Hunting Regulations — Antelope — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Season structure, Reduced-price doe tags · accessed 2026-04-17
WGFD Drawing Statistics — Wyoming Game and Fish Department · supports: Area 102 historical draw odds · accessed 2026-04-17
BLM Casper Field Office — Bureau of Land Management · supports: Natrona County public-land access, WIA overlays · accessed 2026-04-17