WY Mule Deer Unit 123 — Yellowtail

WY 123 – Yellowtail: Tactical Overview. Terrain & Access WY 123 spans roughly 24,500 acres across moderate elevation (3,600–4,600 ft), with strong public-land access at nearly 78%. The unit's relatively compact size and high public-land percentage make it accessible to foot-mobile hunters without requiring extensive outfitter support. Terrain transitions through mixed sagebrush and forest typical of north-central Wyoming foothills — elevation variation supports diverse habitat, from lower-country brush to higher timber. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show an above-average buck:doe ratio of 29:100 — solid evidence of a well-managed mule deer herd. This ratio sits comfortably above..