At a Glance
456Square Miles
61%Public Land
4,800 - 8,700Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
- Four-wheel drive or ATVs are recommended
- Rattlesnakes are commonly found here
Hunters discussing Area 120 - Buffalo Creek in Wyoming frequently highlight its challenging terrain and varying game behavior across seasons. The region offers promising opportunities but requires knowledgeable navigation given its rugged landscapes. Successful hunters recommend pre-season scouting and emphasize the importance of being prepared for weather changes. While draw odds can be competitive, the unit's potential rewards make it a worthwhile target for dedicated and well-prepared hunters.
This large unit is found in the central portion of the state and features a small but healthy population of elk. The landscape here is very open and expansive but broken and varied. Small timber patches will be found throughout the unit on north slopes and creek drainages with the highest concentration being in the northwest corner at the southern end of the Bighorn Mountains.
Terrain here is moderate to rugged, with elk typically found in the rugged and timbered foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. This is a big unit with a lot of country to hunt.