WY Elk Unit 65 — Heart Mountain

WY 65 — Heart Mountain. Terrain & Access Heart Mountain spans 1,075,000 acres across a steep elevation gradient—from 3,626 ft in lower valleys to 7,853 ft on high country. The unit is 65.6% public land, offering solid access for self-guided hunters. Elevation diversity means terrain shifts from sagebrush flats and lower-elevation timber to high alpine ridges, with a mix of national forest and BLM land distributed throughout. Surrounding private land occupies roughly one-third of the unit, so route-planning and boundary awareness are essential. The wide elevation range supports both lower-country and high-country habitat types, allowing hunters to adjust..