At a Glance
2,084Square Miles
50%Public Land
5,000 - 13,500Elevation Range
Hunters have shared valuable insights on the Yellowstone, Utah hunting unit regarding its challenging terrain and variable game availability. While draw odds can be steep, those who do secure a tag report encountering healthy populations of elk and deer, particularly in areas with limited access that require physical endurance. Seasonally, the early fall appears to provide better opportunities as game is more active and less pressured by other hunters. Overall, perseverance and knowledge of the terrain can enhance the hunting experience in this unit, with successful hunters emphasizing thorough pre-season scouting and flexibility in adapting to the unit’s demanding conditions.
This unit is located in northeastern Utah and features great hunting opportunities for hunters not afraid of some physical exertion. The northern portion of the unit houses a portion of the High Uinta Wilderness and will provide plenty of roadless acres for hunters to roam. The central portion of the unit is largely comprised of the Uintah and Ouray Indian reservation and is not huntable.
Good hunting can be found here at times but during periods of heavy snow large herds of elk will pool up on tribal lands and will not leave until pressured.