WY Elk Unit 56 — Wapiti Ridge

WY 56 — Wapiti Ridge. Terrain & Access Wapiti Ridge spans 302,600 acres across dramatic elevation—from 5,390 feet in lower drainages to over 12,100 feet in high country—with 91% public land access. This high public-land percentage is exceptional for Wyoming and opens genuine opportunity for self-reliant hunters. However, 54% wilderness coverage means nonresidents must hire a licensed Wyoming outfitter or guide to legally hunt the majority of this unit. Residents may hunt wilderness without an outfitter. Unguided nonresident access is limited to the ~46% non-wilderness public lands, primarily lower and mid-elevation terrain. The elevation spread supports diverse elk..