At a Glance
333Square Miles
76.8%Public Land
4,833 - 6,511Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Prepare for low temperatures in the later seasons
- Cell phone service is spotty throughout the unit
Hunters have found that Area 165 in Wyoming, known as Yu Bench, offers a challenging yet rewarding hunting experience. The terrain is varied, demanding good physical preparation, but it provides excellent opportunities for mature game due to its secluded nature. Draw odds are moderate, suggesting that persistence in applying can pay off for hunters seeking quality hunts. Insights highlight the importance of scouting and familiarizing oneself with the area beforehand, particularly to understand local game patterns and seasonal movements.
This area is southeast of Cody, and is only limited quota with thousands of acres of BLM land open to the public. Both mule deer and whitetail can be found here.
Mature mule deer can be found here, but can be elusive. Whitetails can be concentrated near the Greybull River, but getting permission to hunt on private ranches can be hard here.