Originally Posted by HighRoad
Thanks for information. Does anyone have any experince accessing the area via Lost Horse Rd (coming from Hamilton, MT)? Since we're coming from WA, is it worth the drive around?


I think it is worth the drive around. It is about the only road access into unit 17 unless you come through elk city. The Paradise and Magruder areas are not quite as thick as the northern portion of the unit but the entire area is steep. You won't be the only one there too. It is quite a popular area, at least it was in the 90s. You better be in shape for this hunt, even with horses. As stated earlier, the elk density is not exactly outstanding, at least in my experience. This is northern unit 17, packing in from MT. I think the southern end is even steeper. Good luck.
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