WY Elk Unit 108 — South Rawlins

# Unit 108 – South Rawlins: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 108 spans 6,650–8,500 ft elevation across high-elevation sagebrush and mixed conifer terrain in the southern Rawlins area. With 56% public land and moderate elevation, the unit offers reasonable access and huntable terrain, though private land checkerboard will require planning. ## Herd Quality The 2024 herd shows exceptional composition (84/100 quality index) with a 33:100 bull:cow ratio—above the typical 25:100 range, indicating a well-managed elk population in good shape. Recent surveys show improving male recruitment compared to 2022–2023 baselines. ## Trophy Potential Carbon County (which overlaps 88% of...