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Nevada Unit 162

Updated Jul 8, 2026

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Hunters discussing Nevada's Unit 162 offered varied insights with most highlighting the challenging terrain and its impact on access and game movement patterns. Many emphasized the importance of pre-season scouting and understanding the terrain, as it can significantly affect hunt success. There's a consensus that draw odds are competitive, suggesting the need for strategic planning in application and preparation phases. Overall, seasoned hunters recommend leveraging detailed land familiarity and being adaptable to changing conditions for those hoping to secure a trophy in this unit.

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At a Glance

1,949Square Miles

98.9%Public Land

5,500 - 7,000Elevation Range

This large unit features the Monitor Range in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which also includes Table Mountain Wilderness. Elk and mule deer thrive in the mountains, while antelope live in low country. A small number of desert bighorn sheep also inhabit some of the rough terrain.

This unit also has a large elk herd with some bulls scoring high in B&C records. There is a small population of desert bighorn sheep.

Quick Tips

ATVs and side-by-sides are helpful
Be prepared for camping and hiking in big and steep country
High-quality optics can save miles of walking
If cold weather arrives early, deer simply drop in elevation until temperatures moderate

GOHUNT

Nevada Unit 162

Updated Jul 8, 2026

See what hunters are saying

Hunters discussing Nevada's Unit 162 offered varied insights with most highlighting the challenging terrain and its impact on access and game movement patterns. Many emphasized the importance of pre-season scouting and understanding the terrain, as it can significantly affect hunt success. There's a consensus that draw odds are competitive, suggesting the need for strategic planning in application and preparation phases. Overall, seasoned hunters recommend leveraging detailed land familiarity and being adaptable to changing conditions for those hoping to secure a trophy in this unit.

This is an AI-generated summary from comments and user reviews, and won't always be correct.

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At a Glance

1,949Square Miles

98.9%Public Land

5,500 - 7,000Elevation Range

This large unit features the Monitor Range in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, which also includes Table Mountain Wilderness. Elk and mule deer thrive in the mountains, while antelope live in low country. A small number of desert bighorn sheep also inhabit some of the rough terrain.

This unit also has a large elk herd with some bulls scoring high in B&C records. There is a small population of desert bighorn sheep.

Quick Tips

ATVs and side-by-sides are helpful
Be prepared for camping and hiking in big and steep country
High-quality optics can save miles of walking
If cold weather arrives early, deer simply drop in elevation until temperatures moderate