WY Pronghorn Unit 42 — Laramie Plains

WY 42 – Laramie Plains: Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access WY 42 spans 712,000 acres across the Laramie Plains with elevation ranging from 5,376 to 9,191 feet, offering diverse pronghorn habitat from lower-country sagebrush flats to higher foothill terrain. Public land comprises one-third of the unit, requiring strategic planning around private-land access. The broad elevation range supports both classic plains habitat and transition zones, though hunting success depends heavily on navigating the mixed ownership pattern. Herd Quality The unit maintains an above-average buck:doe ratio of 45:100, indicating a healthy, well-balanced pronghorn population with strong recruitment and good..