Area 153 is located in western Wyoming, north of La Barge Creek, west of the Hoback River, east of the Grays River Divide and south of Cliff Creek. This area has had an increase in mule deer quality and in numbers. Whitetails in this area can be found near the creek bottoms.For nonresidents, this area is part of Region H and tags drawn for this area are also valid in: 130, 138, 139, 140, 142, 146, 149, 150, 151, 152, 154, 155, 156.

Bucks can be found throughout the unit with the bigger ones typically found in higher elevations. The archery season is the best time to find bucks in bachelor groups in summer patterns.

This area is made up of long, deep canyons that gain elevation to high peaks on high mountain ranges. There are also some ranches with limited access that can be found in the eastern part of the unit.

The majority of this area is National Forest land with good public access. Ranch lands scattered throughout the area will have limited access. Roads in this area are marked with Forest Service and county signs. Four-wheel drive and chains are recommended during late-season hunts in the snow.

The majority of the unit is covered with sagebrush, aspen and conifers. Ranches in the east have creek bottoms with willows and cottonwood trees.

Hunters can camp on the Forest Service land with no permit needed. Lodging can be found at multiple motels that are south of the unit in Pinedale and Big Piney.