Missouri Ray Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
Missouri Ray
Updated May 7, 2026
At a Glance
574Square Miles
1%Public Land
740 - 1030Elevation Range
Quick Tips
GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate this area
The dates leading up to the rut will see more daylight activity from bucks than other periods
Private lands typically offer the best chances at big bucks, but some big bucks come off public
Ray County features a productive mix of open ag ground, wooded ditches, and brushy fencerows that support consistent deer movement. The landscape is relatively flat with just enough structure to shape patterns during peak activity. Field edges and low-lying creek funnels are the most reliable stand sites throughout the fall.