Hunters discussing Wyoming's Area 60 have highlighted key points about the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 licenses, emphasizing how each license affects hunting areas and game types. The sentiment leans towards Type 2 due to its 100% draw odds, while Type 1 may offer more extensive hunting zones, like National Forest access, albeit with more competition. Despite some challenges with whitetail and mule deer populations, hunters noted substantial road access, impacting the seclusion of hunts. Overall, hunters expressed disappointment over decreased deer sightings possibly due to increased recreational usage, urging others to consider draw odds changes and the impact of camping and ATV activities when planning hunts in this unit.
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-160" | 160"+ |
| Whitetail Deer | 110"-130" | 130"+ |
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Hunt area 60 is located in Southeast Wyoming, just north of Interstate 80. This spot is known for good success rates of harvest with a lot of quality bucks taken every year. The terrain allows for hunters to glass a lot of area from many vantage points.
This area has been talked about for the large numbers of both mule deer and whitetail deer that can be found in most of the unit.
Consisting mainly of long deep canyons, sage brush flats and conifer forests. A majority of the unit is private land with a section of Medicine Bow National Forest. Twin Mountain, Green Mountain and Table Mountain provide some of the highest peaks in the unit.
Private land with a section of National Forest can be found in this area. Most roads are marked with county and National Forest signs.
The majority of the area is dominated by sage brush, and prairie grass. In the southwestern portion of the unit, the mountains are dominated by conifer forests, willow and aspen-lined creeks and streams.
Some hunters will camp remotely on the National Forest land on the unit with no permit required. Lodging at multiple motels can be located west of the unit in Laramie and east of the unit in Cheyenne.
Roughly 487 square miles
29% public land
Elevations from 5,900-8,700 feet
ATVs and UTVs are helpful in areas that are allowed
Wet conditions make roads slick