At a Glance
250Square Miles
65.4%Public Land
4,506 - 7,179Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Using a GPS with a landowner programming is recommended in this area
- Cell phone service is spotty in different parts of the unit
Hunters frequently discuss the challenging terrain of Area 39 in Bates Creek, Wyoming, highlighting its combination of rugged landscapes and dense cover, which can be both demanding and rewarding. The unit offers a variety of elevations and requires good physical conditioning and familiarity with changing weather conditions, especially during the hunting season. There is a consensus on the importance of scouting before the season begins to identify game movement patterns and optimal hunting spots. Overall, successful hunts typically result from careful preparation, patience, and an understanding of the area's unique environmental challenges.
This can be found east of Thermopolis and southeast of Worland and has good access to a lot of BLM sections. Mature whitetails and mule deer can be found here.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region M and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 35, 36, 40, 164.
There are a low density of mule deer numbers on this unit. Some mule deer can be found in the low elevation agriculture.