At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Heavy hunting pressure can make antelope hard to find
- GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
- Snow chains, shovel and four-wheel drive are recommended
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |


Hunters in Wyoming's Area 55, Red Rim, have shared experiences that emphasize the need for familiarity with the terrain, particularly due to its challenging and rugged nature. The area's vast landscape means that scouting is crucial for identifying movements and patterns of game, with specific focus during different seasons. Several hunters remarked on the variable draw odds, suggesting that understanding these can significantly impact planning and preparation. Overall, collaboration with fellow hunters and paying close attention to game behavior in response to environmental factors can greatly enhance the chances of a successful hunt in this area.
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope | Dummy | Dummy |
This hunt area can be found in the south-central portion of the state and lies just southwest of the town of Rawlins. Good numbers of antelope are found here along with a good collection of public lands. Most of the public lands found here are heavily checker-boarded so access can be tricky at times.
Good numbers are found in this unit along with a great collection of public lands. Public lands are checkerboard so hunters will want to pay close attention to maps.
Most of this terrain has a lot of open prairie with large basins, creek bottoms and rolling hills that can give hunters a chance to put on a good stalk. Glassing conditions are prime throughout the area and will generally be one of the best methods in originally locating herds.
This unit has good public access with well-maintained roads, a network of BLM roads and smaller two tracks. Most roads here are in good shape, with a few passable only with four-wheel drive or ATVs.
Hunters can find a lot of open land and high desert prairie along with sagebrush and grasslands. Rocky bluffs, sagebrush, cedars and forest are to be expected as the elevation climbs.
Rawlins is the closest town to this unit, and offers a lot of lodging options. Groceries, gas and other amenities can be found here as well. Camping is allowed on all public ground for up to 16 days in one location. Hunters can camp here in remote locations.
Roughly 384 square miles
53.2% public land
Elevations from 6,700-8,400 feet