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Muddy Mountain Hunter Management Area

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Permissions Slips and Application Dates

Permission slips are unlimited in number for antelope and elk hunting.  

Permission slip applications for antelope and elk open July 21 - 8:00 AM (MST). 

Please see Ranch Rules for more information.

Species/License TypesPermission SlipsPermission Slip Applications Open:Hunt Dates
Antelope Area 32: Type 1, 6, 7 UnlimitedJuly 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM (MST)*see commission regulations
Antelope Area 47: Type 1, 2, 6UnlimitedJuly 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM (MST)*see commission regulations
Elk Area 7: Type 1, 2, 6UnlimitedJuly 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM (MST) *see commission regulations
Elk Area 16: Type 1, 2, 4, 6, 7 UnlimitedJuly 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM (MST) *see commission regulations
Elk Area 19: Type 1, 2, 4, 5, 6UnlimitedJuly 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM (MST) *see commission regulations
Special Message

MUDDY MOUNTAIN HAS BEEN SPLIT INTO TWO HMA's -- ICE CAVE MOUNTAIN AND MUDDY MOUNTAIN HMA. Both HMA's will have unlimited permission slips for the take of antelope and elk. Pay attention to map and rule changes.

Antelope, Elk

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MUDDY MOUNTAIN HAS BEEN SPLIT INTO TWO HMA's -- ICE CAVE MOUNTAIN AND MUDDY MOUNTAIN HMA. Both HMA's will have unlimited permission slips for the take of antelope and elk. Pay attention to map and rule changes.

Muddy Mountain Hunter Management Area is open September 1st – January 31st  for the take of antelope and elk during the specific species season as published in the current Game and Fish Commission Regulations.  

No taking of deer, mountain lion, black bear, sage grouse, partridge, or blue (dusky) grouse without landowner written permission! 

NO TRAVEL THROUGH HMA TO TAKE WILDLIFE NOT LISTED ON PERMISSION SLIP! 

Permission slips will NOT be given for deer hunting. 

Note: Inclement weather typically precludes access to this area by early December.  Roads, including the Bates Creek Road and Bates Hole Stock Trail, are not maintained in the winter. Plan appropriately!

See Ranch Rules for more information. 

Casper Regional Office
3030 Energy Lane
Casper, WY 82604
(307) 473-3400

Big and Trophy Game Allowed on this HMA:

Antelope Doe/Fawn Antelope Deer Doe/Fawn Deer Elk Cow/Calf Elk Moose Bighorn Sheep Mountain Lion Black Bear
X - 32/47 X - 32/47 - - X - 7/16/19 X - 7/16/19 - - - -

Small Game, Upland and Game Birds Allowed on this HMA:

Waterfowl Pheasant Sharp-Tailed Grouse Sage-Grouse Blue Grouse Sandhill Crane Dove Partridge Turkey Rabbit
- - - - - - - - - -
"X" denotes specific species you may hunt on each specific HMA. Hunt Area's Denoted in RED after "X".

General HMA Information

The Muddy-Mountain Hunter Management Area (HMA) is located south of Casper, and is comprised of private and/or leased lands of Miles Land & Livestock, Five Bar T Ranch, Garrett Ranch, Bates Creek Cattle Company, Eagle Ridge Ranch, Porter Family Trust, Stearns Limited Partnership, and Linda Wilson.


Each hunter must possess an appropriate permission slip and vehicle pass for the time period and type(s) of animal they are hunting before entering the HMA.

 

Each Hunter Management Area has a unique set of ranch rules. It is the hunter’s responsibility to know, understand, and comply with the ranch rules in order to utilize the HMA. Failure to comply is a violation of Game and Fish Commission Regulations and may result in fines, the termination of access privileges, and/or other legal penalties. Hunters should abide by the ranch rules and respect the landowner and the land for continued access opportunities. Remember, we are guests on their property!

 

The Wyoming Game & Fish Department commends these participating ranches for their contributions to wildlife management and hunter access.