WY Elk Unit 1 — Black Hills

# WY 1 – Black Hills: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 1 spans 3,835–6,661 ft with 88% public land—excellent access across mixed elevation forests and foothills. Hunt conditions favor both archery and rifle seasons with diverse pockets of huntable terrain, though you'll want to research specific drainage access before committing. ## Herd Quality & Population Trophy record data is limited but notable: Crook County (overlapping this unit) has produced 2 record-book elk entries averaging 377.8 (2000–2011). The 2000s entry at 387.0 is a legitimate once-in-a-lifetime bull; the 2010s saw one entry at 368.5. This indicates the unit *can*...