Unit 155 Unit 155
The Simpson Park Mountains between Austin and Eureka: a strong, draw-friendly antelope unit with a rugged high-country deer hunt.
Central Nevada — Lander/Eureka County (Simpson Park Mountains) · Last reviewed 2026-07-12
Area
681
sq mi
Public land
97%
approx.
Elevation
5,600–9,100
feet
Motorized
moderate
access
Overview
Unit 155 centers on the Simpson Park Mountains (or Simpson Park Range) in central Nevada, roughly between Austin to the southwest and Eureka to the east — a 680 sq mi unit that is about 97% public. It is best known as a solid, easy-to-draw antelope unit, with success in the low-70s percent across the sage country. Mule deer are present in the rugged, higher terrain and hunt tougher (mid-40s percent), with late-season and rut hunts noted as productive. Access is good overall, but the best deer ground is reachable only on foot.
Terrain
Basin-and-range: broad sage valleys, gentle rolling hills, benches and swales rising into the steep, rugged Simpson Park Mountains around peaks like Buck, Bates and Shagnasty. It hunts as open glassing country for antelope with steep, boots-heavy foot-hunts into the range for deer.
Cover: Big sagebrush dominates the valleys, hills and benches, grading into pinyon-juniper, mountain mahogany and scattered aspen with spring-fed pockets in the higher, rugged terrain that hold deer.
Landmarks: Simpson Park Mountains (Simpson Park Range) · Buck Mountain · Bates Mountain · Shagnasty Mountain · Grass Valley (west) · Kobeh / Antelope Valley country (east)
Access
Almost entirely public — predominantly BLM sagebrush and mountain ground (Battle Mountain and Mount Lewis field-office country), with higher Simpson Park terrain that is rugged and accessible only by hiking. Good general public access via valley and canyon dirt roads; private inholdings are limited to scattered valley ranch parcels.
Managers: BLM
Access points: US 50 corridor between Austin and Eureka · Grass Valley roads (west) · BLM canyon and two-track roads into the Simpson Park Mountains
Species notes
Pronghorn
common qualityThe unit's strength — a draw-friendly antelope hunt with strong success in the low-70s percent and one of the better antelope harvests in the unit group. Pronghorn work the open sage valleys, rolling hills and benches.
- →Glass the broad sage flats, swales and benches from high points at first and last light.
- →Key on water sources — in this dry country antelope orbit reliable water.
- →Cover ground with the truck to inventory bucks early, then stalk a located shooter using the rolling terrain for cover.
- →Work the valley margins and gentle-hill country where bucks feed away from the roads.
Mule Deer
common opportunityA rugged mountain deer hunt with mid-40s percent success. Deer hold to the steep, broken high country and springs of the Simpson Park Mountains; late-season and rut hunts can be especially productive when game is more active.
- →Hunt the steepest, most rugged high country and mahogany pockets — the better bucks live where you have to hike.
- →Glass canyon heads, springs and north-slope cover at first and last light.
- →Target late-season and rut timing when bucks move and are more visible.
- →Get well off the valley roads on foot into the range interior.
Pro tips
- →This is a strong, easy-drawing antelope unit — make pronghorn the primary opportunity and expect good success.
- →For deer, hunt the rugged Simpson Park high country on foot and time the late season or rut for the best movement.
- →Scout water sources across the sage valleys before the opener — antelope tie to them in the dry country.
- →Eureka is the better resupply and lodging base; Austin is closer to the western valleys.
- →Plan to hike — the best deer ground is accessible only on foot off the valley roads.
Watch out for
- !Scattered valley ranch parcels are private — respect fences and posted ground.
- !Limited cell service across much of the unit — plan for self-recovery.
- !The higher Simpson Park terrain is rugged and steep — a demanding foot-hunt.
- !Dirt and canyon roads get slick when wet and can hold early snow up high.
- !Water is scarce in the valleys — carry plenty.
Logistics
Austin to the southwest offers limited lodging, fuel and supplies, while Eureka to the east has better lodging and services; both sit on US 50. Camp dispersed on BLM ground — there are no interior services. Cell coverage is limited throughout much of the unit; carry offline and paper maps, extra fuel and water, and recovery gear. Access is via US 50 and valley/canyon dirt roads that get slick when wet.
Nearest towns: Austin, Eureka
Seasons & regulations
This page carries no season dates or regulations. Get current rules from the official Nevada sources:
Research sources: GOHUNT — Nevada Unit 155 Unit Profile (Simpson Park Range largest landmark, 680 sq mi, elevation 5,600–9,100 ft, ~97% public, mule deer/antelope, rugged hiking-only areas, late-season/rut productive, limited cell) · NDOW Hunt Information Sheets (unit descriptions, access — Simpson Park Range, Buck/Bates/Shagnasty Mountains, Austin and Eureka services)
FAQ
- How big is Unit 155 in Nevada?
- Unit 155 (Unit 155) covers about 681 square miles, ranging from roughly 5,600 to 9,100 feet in elevation. Area is computed from the unit boundary polygon.
- How much public land is in Unit 155?
- Approximately 97% of the unit is public land. Primary managers: BLM. Always verify ownership boundaries on the ground.
- What species does the catalog list for Unit 155?
- Pronghorn, Mule Deer. For seasons, tags, and regulations, use the official Nevada agency resources linked on this page — this page carries no regulatory information.
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