Hunters discussing Nevada's Unit 162 offered varied insights with most highlighting the challenging terrain and its impact on access and game movement patterns. Many emphasized the importance of pre-season scouting and understanding the terrain, as it can significantly affect hunt success. There's a consensus that draw odds are competitive, suggesting the need for strategic planning in application and preparation phases. Overall, seasoned hunters recommend leveraging detailed land familiarity and being adaptable to changing conditions for those hoping to secure a trophy in this unit.
This large unit features the Monitor Range in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which also includes Table Mountain Wilderness. Elk and mule deer thrive in the mountains, while antelope live in low country. A small number of desert bighorn sheep also inhabit some of the rough terrain.
This unit also has a large elk herd with some bulls scoring high in B&C records. There is a small population of desert bighorn sheep.