WY Pronghorn Unit 57 — South Wamsutter

# WY 57 – South Wamsutter: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 57 spans 1.1 million acres of mid-elevation sagebrush (6,060–7,858 ft) with 73% public land, offering excellent access for DIY hunters. Checkerboard private/public patterns exist; some private ranches restrict access, so scout access before the hunt. ## Herd Quality & Population Recent herd composition surveys (2022–2024) show unusually high buck:doe ratios (48–65:100), flagged as likely small sample artifacts — treat these with skepticism and rely on multi-year trends instead. Historical data suggests a healthy, sustainable pronghorn population. ## Trophy Potential Sweetwater and Carbon Counties (overlapping this unit) have...