At a Glance
711Square Miles
99.3%Public Land
4,000 - 8,500Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Four-wheel ATVs and side by sides are helpful
- Be prepared for dry, rocky terrain
Hunters discussing Unit 171 in Nevada generally highlight the unit's challenging terrain but commend its potential for quality mule deer during the hunting season. Many suggest that understanding the landscape's mountainous regions can significantly improve the chances of a successful hunt. Easing access to water sources and identifying mule deer patterns in the area are recurrent themes among experienced hunters. Overall, preparation and local knowledge are emphasized as crucial components for making the most of this hunting unit.
This mostly public unit includes the Paradise Range in the Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest and a small portion of private property on valley floors.
The unit also holds a limited number of mule deer, and bucks are scattered. Finding a big deer here is more difficult than in the eastern bordering units of Area 17, but a hunter who scouts and prepares properly can find a mature buck.