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WY Elk Unit 66 — Basin

Total Acres
1,226,359
Public Land
80%
Elevation
3,781–6,699 ft

Season DatesDraft

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery — GeneralSep 1, 2026Sep 30, 2026either
2026Rifle — Type 6Aug 15, 2026Jan 15, 2027female
2026Rifle — GeneralOct 1, 2026Oct 21, 2026either

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
70
Avg Score
380.4
Top Score
441.8
Recent (5yr)
2

Herd Data

Bull : Cow

29per 100

2024 Survey

Calf : Cow

21per 100

2024 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# WY 66 (Basin) — Elk Hunt Analysis ## Terrain & Hunting Conditions Unit 66 spans 1.23 million acres of mixed-elevation terrain (3,781–6,699 ft) with strong public land access (80%). This size and elevation range provide diverse habitat from valley sagebrush to high-country mixed forest, supporting a variety of elk throughout the year. Rugged higher elevations offer traditional mountain hunting with longer hikes; lower valley areas provide more accessible terrain for different fitness levels....

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Type 6resident6484
2023Type 6nonresident1715

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Type 6642539.1%
2023General1483322.3%