Hunters discussing Unit 70 - Beatys Butte in Oregon emphasize the importance of understanding the challenging terrain and weather conditions typical of the area. Many have noted that success in this unit often depends on pre-season scouting and being prepared for unpredictable weather, which can greatly affect game movement. The unit's rugged landscape requires both physical readiness and knowledge of strategic locations where game, particularly mule deer and pronghorn, are likely to gather. Timing your hunt to coincide with animal movements and changing weather patterns can significantly improve your chances of a successful hunt.
Bordering Nevada, this unit includes most of the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge and desert terrain stretching east to the Steens Mountain and Whitehorse high desert units. It holds antelope, mule deer, elk and California bighorn sheep.
This unit is well known for containing most of Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, which gets a lot of attention from hunters for producing trophy-class pronghorn antelope and mule deer. Trophy-size deer are not as common as in years past but are taken occasionally inside and outside the refuge.