Hunters in Area 61 near North Greybull River, Wyoming, frequently mention the challenging terrain, advising thorough scouting and preparation for rugged conditions. The area is noted for its rewarding big game opportunities, particularly elk, with a variety of factors like season timing and weather impacting success rates. Users highlight the importance of understanding local animal patterns and the potential limitations due to accessibility or weather changes. Overall, the consensus is that with careful planning and awareness of environmental factors, hunters can have a productive experience in this area.
This area is located along the Greybull River in northwest Wyoming. The unit typically offers two hunts for bull elk and several hunting opportunities for antlerless elk. The bulk of the non wilderness section of this unit has a lot of private land, mixed with some BLM. For the nonresident hunter, if you are wishing to hunt the wilderness portion, you'll need to be with an outfitter or a resident guide. Grizzly precautions will need to be taken within the wilderness portions of this unit.
This area usually offers very good opportunities to hunt and harvest some good bulls. This area has been among the top trophy elk areas in Wyoming for several years. Type 1 permits are only valid within the designated wilderness portion of the unit. Terrain is generally steep and rough although good trail systems are in place. Elk populations are good.