At a Glance
747Square Miles
46%Public Land
5,000 - 8,800Elevation Range
Quick Tips
- Bring fishing gear to fish in the nearby North Platte River
- Be sure to use maps that show land ownership
- Rattlesnakes can be encountered
Hunters evaluating Area 19 - Muddy Mountain in Wyoming find this terrain challenging yet rewarding, especially for those seeking elk. Successful hunts often require familiarity with rugged landscapes and an understanding of game movement patterns during various seasons. Drawing a tag here is considered competitive, underscoring the importance of planning and strategy. Hunters emphasize the benefit of scouting trips and knowledge of local geography to increase chances of success, with many advising fellow hunters to prepare for varied weather conditions.
Made up of high plains desert, Casper Mountain, Muddy Mountain and the Deer Creek Mountain Range and located in the central part of the state, this unit has lots of BLM and State lands with a portion of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests. The area is bordered by the North Platte River on the north and Wyoming Highways 487 and 220 on the west.
This smaller hunt area has lots of country to hunt and is made up of moderate/rugged terrain, with elk located throughout the area.