WY Elk Unit Region W

# Region W Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Region W spans 3,600–13,500 ft elevation with 80% public land—excellent access for DIY hunts across diverse terrain. Ten percent designated wilderness requires nonresidents to hire a licensed outfitter if hunting that area, but the remaining 90% is accessible to unguided NR hunters. ## Draw Difficulty (Nonresident) **Easiest to hardest entry paths:** 1. **General (Special Pref Point)** — 49% aggregate draw (best odds for new applicants) 2. **General (Special)** — 32% aggregate draw 3. **General (Pref Point)** — 22% aggregate draw 4. **General (no points)** — 10% draw (tough for point-free applicants)...