At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Bring fishing gear to fish in the nearby North Platte River and the blue ribbon trout fishery the Miracle Mile
- GOHUNT maps are recommended to help navigate this area
- Rattlesnakes can be encountered




Hunters evaluating Area 22 in Ferris, Wyoming, appreciate the region for its challenging terrain and rewarding hunting opportunities. The varied landscape necessitates careful preparation and a good understanding of the habitat for effective navigation and scouting. Many find success during different seasons, emphasizing that understanding game movement patterns can enhance one’s chances of a fruitful hunt. Constructive insights suggest that while the area demands significant effort and scouting, the quality of the hunting experience is well worth it for those willing to invest the effort.
Located in the central part of the state and made up of high plains desert and the Ferris Mountain Range, this unit has large amounts of BLM and State lands. A small but very healthy population of elk can be found here and those lucky enough to have a tag here can be in for a great hunt.
This small area gives hunters lots of country to hunt and has moderate/rugged terrain with elk located mostly in the timbered Ferris Mountains.