WY Elk Unit 47 — Copper Mountain

WY 47 – Copper Mountain. Terrain & Access WY 47 spans 446,741 acres across a broad elevation gradient—from sagebrush foothills at 4,258 feet to alpine terrain above 8,200 feet. With 65% public land, the unit offers solid access for self-guided hunters, though private checkerboard interspersed through the lower and mid-elevations requires map study. The diverse elevation band supports both lower-country and high-country habitat, providing flexibility in where hunters can focus their efforts depending on season timing and weather conditions. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an average bull:cow ratio of 37:100—an above-average/strong composition. This ratio reflects relatively..