Fort Knox Hunt Questions and Information

[quackrstackr]

Please place your questions, replies or requests for information in this thread to serve as a single source for all of the members that may be interested.

Thanks in advance.

~QS

[quackrstackr]

http://www.kentuckyhunting.net/forums/showthread.php?t=48497

[AteUp]

http://www.knox.army.mil/fw/index.asp

[bowhunter269]

Anyone seeing anything in 52 this year? Past couple of years have been down. Top is extremely thick due to previous burns, so I expect area to improve. Any thoughts?

[myghtyjoe]

anyone having luck at knox yet??? hunted 16, 17 a bunch last year, had shot a nice 10 point but missed hopefully hes still there..

[WhiteRubi]

We're going up tomorrow EARLY. Gonna sign in and hunt somewhere for the afternoon. Any last minute suggestions?

[Redlined]

We're going up tomorrow EARLY. Gonna sign in and hunt somewhere for the afternoon. Any last minute suggestions?

Message sent.

[lukehunter]

anyone having luck at knox yet??? hunted 16, 17 a bunch last year, had shot a nice 10 point but missed hopefully hes still there..
Don't know if it was the same one but there was a nice 10 taken out of 16 last weekend!!:confused:

[Dennis]

Guys for those looking for a Deer processer/ Taxidermist close to Ft.Knox contact .
Greg Long at 270-737-3874 Rhineyville

[Chimpy]

How's the harvest been at Knox so far? We come down next weekend (28-30). Have many areas been open?

[jnkself]

I know alot of people don't believe in MONSTER eight points but there is one there with at least a 20" spread and 10"-12" tines. :rolleyes: I am retired military and will try to find out if it too late for me to sign up to bowhunt. If it is too late I'll post his location for every afternoon (1:00-3:00pm) last week.:D

[harpp]

If your retired military you don't need to sign up for bow hunting. Just go to Check Station and see what areas are open

I know alot of people don't believe in MONSTER eight points but there is one there with at least a 20" spread and 10"-12" tines. :rolleyes: I am retired military and will try to find out if it too late for me to sign up to bowhunt. If it is too late I'll post his location for every afternoon (1:00-3:00pm) last week.:D

[mossman500]

The 10 point was killed in 18 by one of my hunting buddies...it scores around 140'...also there was a 16 point killed in 34...that's the only bucks taken as of today.

[littlebear]

a buddy of mine has a son that was drawn for area 88 on the youth quota hunt .Does anyone have any info on this area.

[Redlined]

a buddy of mine has a son that was drawn for area 88 on the youth quota hunt .Does anyone have any info on this area.
The part across from the backside of area 89 is a big oak flat and should have plenty of deer in there this time of season.There should be a log road in there that runs back in there a mile or better,plenty of good spots for a youth along it.It's rarely if ever open for bow so they should be dealing with unpressured deer.

[fireduck]

a buddy of mine has a son that was drawn for area 88 on the youth quota hunt .Does anyone have any info on this area.
The holler in front of Cedar creek is good. I killed an 17in 6 point about 6 years ago.

[gunpilot]

Son was drawn for Yano, any help would be appreciated. Our first hunt in years due to deployments.

[gerlopezher]

I'm a first time Bow hunter (first time hunting for deer ever) and decided to hunter area 6 of FT Knox. I have scouted this area once, and last Friday I went to hunt for deer. My question is how to find the best hunting spot in area 6. I have figured out that I need to be out there about 400 am, so I can be in the tree about 530 am. That will give me about one hour before sunrise. Last Friday I made allot of noise and I build up a sweet and I barely make the sunrise. I did not see any deer, and yes I used Scent-A-Way. What should I look for when selecting a hunter spot?

[lukehunter]

Don't know much about area 6 but this time of year if you can find a water source that deer are using would be good due to the heat. Also persimon trees are excellent right now. I got one last night in area 73, which was very small, eating persimons. Oak trees are good too if the acorns are falling. Make sure the tree you are in has good back cover too to try to hide any movement.

[jnkself]

If your retired military you don't need to sign up for bow hunting. Just go to Check Station and see what areas are open

I'll be out there this week!!!:D

[Daniel Boone]

Does anyone know if areas 58 and 59 have been open to any bow hunting the previous weekends? What are some of the areas that have been open the first couple weekends?

[littlebear]

Thank you Redlined and Fireduck for the info!!!

[don_m_mead_co]

Does anyone know if areas 58 and 59 have been open to any bow hunting the previous weekends? What are some of the areas that have been open the first couple weekends?

They have not been open since the 17th, before that I don't know. I have not checked yet today.

[don_m_mead_co]

I'm a first time Bow hunter (first time hunting for deer ever) and decided to hunter area 6 of FT Knox. I have scouted this area once, and last Friday I went to hunt for deer. My question is how to find the best hunting spot in area 6. I have figured out that I need to be out there about 400 am, so I can be in the tree about 530 am. That will give me about one hour before sunrise. Last Friday I made allot of noise and I build up a sweet and I barely make the sunrise. I did not see any deer, and yes I used Scent-A-Way. What should I look for when selecting a hunter spot?


The backside of 6 (north side), up against private land has a good reputation because of the crops and trails coming from down Muldraugh Hill - Area 4. The front side, behind the tank, is good after it gets colder and/or after they mow the utility cut-through.

[don_m_mead_co]

Don't know much about area 6 but this time of year if you can find a water source that deer are using would be good due to the heat. Also persimon trees are excellent right now. I got one last night in area 73, which was very small, eating persimons. Oak trees are good too if the acorns are falling. Make sure the tree you are in has good back cover too to try to hide any movement.

I hunted 73 this morning. I had a shot at a small doe following a spike buck at 8:05. I was in a blind the juncture of the dry creek beds in the north west part of the area. It was only 15 yards, but it was my first ever bow shot and I missed. I think it's a great spot (ingress/egress for the Wilson Rd grazing areas) but the mosquitos are pretty bad.

If you don't mind telling, where are the persimmon trees in 73?

Does anybody else know of any persimmons, muscadines, scupperdines or white oak acorn trees in Ft Knox hunting areas? I'll post GPS coordinates as I find them.

[raktrakr]

Does anybody else know of any persimmons, muscadines, scupperdines or white oak acorn trees in Ft Knox hunting areas? I'll post GPS coordinates as I find them. Most of the areas in the low 30s have a lot of persimmons on them

[lukehunter]

I hunted 73 this morning. I had a shot at a small doe following a spike buck at 8:05. I was in a blind the juncture of the dry creek beds in the north west part of the area. It was only 15 yards, but it was my first ever bow shot and I missed. I think it's a great spot (ingress/egress for the Wilson Rd grazing areas) but the mosquitos are pretty bad.

If you don't mind telling, where are the persimmon trees in 73?

Does anybody else know of any persimmons, muscadines, scupperdines or white oak acorn trees in Ft Knox hunting areas? I'll post GPS coordinates as I find them.
I was hunting accross from the sign for biv site #8. There is an old tank trail that goes down a small hill and there were about 4 trees all dropping fruit. Even watched a coon come in and eat some.

[B Hicks]

Im headed up there next Friday, to hunt Friday and Saturday. I don't know very many of the areas well. I have hunted 79 quite a bit, and was wondering if it has been open much this year, or 87.

[Valley Station]

BH,
I know 79 has been open, don't think 87 has. 87 is seldom open.

[don_m_mead_co]

Im headed up there next Friday, to hunt Friday and Saturday. I don't know very many of the areas well. I have hunted 79 quite a bit, and was wondering if it has been open much this year, or 87.

79 is open Friday 28 Sep for the first time since I started keeping track on the 17th.

87 has not been open since the 17th.

[Redlined]

Gonna be kind of slim pickins' this weekend.Theres some areas open, just not the quantity or quality of the last two......

[KY HNTR]

Are these areas open to non-military in the gun hunts?

[fireduck]

Are these areas open to non-military in the gun hunts?
As long as it has not filled up with Catagory 1 hunters and you get the lucky draw.

[B Hicks]

79 is open Friday 28 Sep for the first time since I started keeping track on the 17th.

87 has not been open since the 17th.

THanks Don, I wil be there Friday the 5th.

[ducknrun]

My little brother got drawn for the youth hunt in area 88 for this weekend. Does anyone have any suggestions for this area? We've never been to Ft. Knox.

[Daniel Boone]

Found a dead deer on area 80, in lower douglas this weekend. Is this EHD? Also did not find as much deer sign in this area as I found the previous (2) times I hunted it. Anyone know if there have been many cases of EHD at fort knox?

[Dennis]

I heard yesterday that not many at all cases have been found at knox. This came from the Biologist.

[B Hicks]

Although I have bowhunted Ft Knox several years, I have never bowhunted during the youth gun hunt. Are there any additional hunter orange requirements during this weekend, and are there still several areas open to Archery?

[gerlopezher]

Any one got a deer at site 6 of FT Knox?

[K9trapper]

No additional requirements for bowhunters during the youth hunt. You won't be in the area with the guns, so no orange.

They are up to around 20 deer found with EHD.

The red oaks are dropping so no matter which area you're in, find red oak acorns for now. The white oaks are still hanging, just the wormy ones falling now. They've killed 36 deer as of Sunday, just 2 bucks.

[B Hicks]

No additional requirements for bowhunters during the youth hunt. You won't be in the area with the guns, so no orange.

They are up to around 20 deer found with EHD.

The red oaks are dropping so no matter which area you're in, find red oak acorns for now. The white oaks are still hanging, just the wormy ones falling now. They've killed 36 deer as of Sunday, just 2 bucks.

Thanks for the info. I'm headed up there Friday, hoping some good areas will be open for Archery.

[74CD]

Buck was hit by a car between dairy queen and chevron in muldraugh this morning.Looked to be about 14"or 15" wide.

[don_m_mead_co]

Last night from 7:30 to 8:00 there was a large bachelor group including 2 (8-12 point 15+ spread) bucks grazing outside Wilson Gate. I could not assess the racks for sure because it was too dark.

I drove on post to try to get pics and then saw another large buck near the corner of Wilson and 7th Armor as well as numerous antlerless and spikes.

This morning I saw a spike at Bivouac Site 8 (Lincoln Cemetary Rd) in 77 across the road from 73 (which was not open) probably coming from the persimmon grove in 73.

The following areas open Mon and Today:
6 7 20 21 29 30 32 36 37 39 77 79
MON d d d d d d d d d d d d
WED d d d d d d d d d d d d
81 82 83 84 85 89 90 95 96 33 80
MON d d d d d d d d d d d
WED d d d d d d d d d s s
74 17 56
MON f s
WED d d d

d = bow deer
s = small game
f = full (deer bow)

[gerlopezher]

Thats Great! Thanks for the update. I may have to check it out!

[K9trapper]

Those of you bringing kids to youth hunt this weekend, need to listen closely. Bring tick spray, not generic OFF brand, but real tick spray! Permanone, Permithrin, etc... With temps near 90, they will be bad. Don't ruin your kids experience by getting them covered in deer ticks.

Good luck.

[B Hicks]

Well, I signed into area 85 today to hunt tommorrow and Saturday, but no nothing about it, other than it looks good on the map, and I drove by and looks like plent of oaks. Any information that anyone can provide will be helpful. I'm just bowhunting Friday and Saturday, and will probably not make back to Ft. Knox anytime this year.

[bowhunter49]

Does anyone know when the gun hunt letters will be sent out?

[Valley Station]

Bowhunter49,
The gun hunt area guide meeting will be Tuesday October 30.
Hunter permit/release packets are normally mailed out soon there after.
Should receive by the weekend. Good luck.

[74CD]

Does anybody know what the youth hunt results were and what areas were hunted?

[Redlined]

Does anybody know what the youth hunt results were and what areas were hunted?

They hunted Yano,52,87,88, & 112 for sure maybe a few more. I bowhunted Sat. out there and as of Sat. evening youth hunters had checked in all does and one small 8 pt.

[bowmtn]

i had two hunters in yano, they killed a 85 lb doe on sat and a 9point 18 3/4 spread buck on sunday saw plenty of deer but when we checked out at hunt control at 1100am sunday only 5 deer had been checked as you can tell most from yano, would love to bowhunt it someday.

[myghtyjoe]

three of us hunted 73 yesterday saw two adult doe, three fawns....other two guys saw nothing... anyone seeing anything?? any area tips??

[mossman500]

I hunted Yano this weekend...killed a big doe today...saw a nice buck before daylight...under my stand on Saturday. Just a little more light and maybe I might have been lucky.

[uscmas412]

I'll be heading to Ft. Knox late Wednesday night. We were drawn for the weekend of the 20th and 21st. Is it a safe bet that we'll be able to hunt the Thursday and Friday before? How many hunters are there per area? There are three people in my group, it would be good if we could all stay together since we've never been to Knox before. Are the persimmons still falling up there?

[WhiteRubi]

I'll be heading to Ft. Knox late Wednesday night. We were drawn for the weekend of the 20th and 21st. Is it a safe bet that we'll be able to hunt the Thursday and Friday before? How many hunters are there per area? There are three people in my group, it would be good if we could all stay together since we've never been to Knox before. Are the persimmons still falling up there?

Pay the $5 for the map. It's the best money you can spend. I've been studying the one my hunting partner bought.
I would love to see an answer to your questions as well. We're heading up on Halloween and hunting thru that Friday afternoon.

[rme hunter]

I'll be heading to Ft. Knox late Wednesday night. We were drawn for the weekend of the 20th and 21st. Is it a safe bet that we'll be able to hunt the Thursday and Friday before? How many hunters are there per area? There are three people in my group, it would be good if we could all stay together since we've never been to Knox before. Are the persimmons still falling up there?
Yes you will be able to hunt Thursday and Friday. There should be no reason for you not to get all of your people in one group. I am not sure what areas are available. They put a different number of people in each are depending on the size of the area.

[myghtyjoe]

im sure you will be able to hunt together, there will be several areas open, unless they say full on the area board then it shouldnt be any trouble to get in together.... if theres not room for three more hunters in the area then you may have to choose an area that does have room.. havent seen many persimmon trees, i have heard other people say they seen them falling, sorry i cant help you there.

[Valley Station]

You might want to plan on keyin' in on red and black oak acorns. They are fallin'.There are some persimmons and some are ripe, but, I haven't found many.

[semperhunting]

Everybody needs to MAKE SURE YOU SIGN OUT of your areas. Apparently it's becoming a problem and a buddy of mine (active duty) got booted today for a first time failure over the weekend.

[Redlined]

I'll be heading to Ft. Knox late Wednesday night. We were drawn for the weekend of the 20th and 21st. Is it a safe bet that we'll be able to hunt the Thursday and Friday before? How many hunters are there per area? There are three people in my group, it would be good if we could all stay together since we've never been to Knox before. Are the persimmons still falling up there?

They'll be enough areas open to hunt togather. If you're talking about staying togather, go to Camp Carlson and rent a cabin. It's cheap, nice cabins, and right there at post. As far as deer goes, find the oaks, and you'll find the deer. They are very cocentrated on acorns right now........

[fatbuck]

Anyone have an idea when the results will be in? thanks.

[Dennis]

Closer to the first of nov. i bet..

[rme hunter]

This has been discussed on here several times. For all of those interested the gun results will not be out until the very end of October or the first week of November. Same as every year.

[BIGDAWG]

I am sure no one would ask a question if they had read it on here several times. Lighten up, some people don't get on here as often as others.

[Redlined]

I am sure no one would ask a question if they had read it on here several times. Lighten up, some people don't get on here as often as others.
I'm sure that question has been addressed 3-4 times in this thread alone.:rolleyes:

[fatbuck]

Sorry I offended rme hunter and Redlined. The area guide meeting is usually around muzzleloader weekend, which is this weekend. So the results are not always that late, at the end of the month. also, there was one question before me that was asked on the gun hunt, October 10th- not the 3-4 times you said. Sorry I missed that. I asked a question that many people out there are thinking about. Thanks for the help on the date, but you do not need to be an A-Hole about it. If you cannot help it, then don't reply.

[barney]

Sorry I offended rme hunter and Redlined. The area guide meeting is usually around muzzleloader weekend, which is this weekend. So the results are not always that late, at the end of the month. also, there was one question before me that was asked on the gun hunt, October 10th- not the 3-4 times you said. Sorry I missed that. I asked a question that many people out there are thinking about. Thanks for the help on the date, but you do not need to be an A-Hole about it. If you cannot help it, then don't reply.
glad you said that ,those responces kinda bothered me to!seems they are a few on here that need to get a life!!!

[Rackophrenic Rick]

The area guide meeting is next week on Tuesday or Wednesday (I'd have to look at the letter). The hunter information will be mailed out the following day by Hunt Control and should arrive to everyone by the middle of the next week.

A little friendly advice:

Understand that your area guide will probably be in the woods hunting deer in the state on the weekends and evenings prior to and even throughout the Fort Knox season. So do not try to contact them on the weekends or before dark during the week and then get aggrevated if they are not available. Also, the purpose of checking in by phone is to be informed of the meeting place. We check you in formally on the day of the hunt. One person in the party can call for the whole party so not everyone has to call into the guide. In addition, most of us area guides have probably not been in our hunting areas since December of 06 therefore when we have little information to give you on the deer in the area we aren't being tight lipped, we honestly don't know. Oh and our wives usually don't have a clue of what is going on with any of it so its best to leave a message and talk to us personally.:D

[dipits]

Area guide meeting is Oct. 30.
Letters will be mailed after that.

What rackophrenic rick said on contacting barea guide.

[WhiteRubi]

During the bow hunts...any reason I can't use a decoy?

It came up in conversation and just curious. I don't know that I really feel like packing that thing around along with a climbing stand, back pack, bow, etc. :o

[K9trapper]

They are legal on Knox, same rules as the state. No electronic decoy.

[Chimpy]

Has the buck activity picked up at Knox yet? I'm going to come down soon during the week, and I've heard it can be pretty entertaining if you time it right. many bucks being harvested?

[gunpilot]

Slow was the word from the biologist today on Knox. Small bucks are starting to chase.

[semperhunting]

As of Friday, the report was 68 or so total deer killed 5 bucks. Like gunpilot said, I have seen some smaller bucks running the does around.

[myghtyjoe]

hunting knox this weekend....appreciate any tips in advance..buddy of mine killed 8 pt. in 16 last week!

[fireduck]

The hunting at Knox is slower than its ever been. I'm not going back till I fill my state tag. I walked 2 hrs with a stand on my back looking for some kind of sign and found little in 72. No ruds and very few tracks in the mud.

[don_m_mead_co]

The hunting at Knox is slower than its ever been. I'm not going back till I fill my state tag. I walked 2 hrs with a stand on my back looking for some kind of sign and found little in 72. No ruds and very few tracks in the mud.

This morning, I saw some big does grazing near the Wilson gate and also crossing Wilson toward Anderson from 72. In last couple weeks, I've seen many deer crossing the first little rise on 7th Armor from 73 to 72. There is a trail there, going towards some cedar thickets in 72. One big buck was there about 2 weeks ago. Don't lose heart. Wherever there are does, there will be bucks soon.

I hunted 73 yesterday afternoon and this morning, I saw nothing but I got some vocal responses last night.

I got my first bow kill, a button, in 13 two weeks ago, that area is hot when it's open.

[Rackophrenic Rick]

The area guide meeting was last night so paperwork should be mailed out today from hunt control.

For any of you that have gotten drawn, please, please read every line of information in that packet. On the morning of your hunt you will be bound by the regs in that packet and area guides will have to abide by those regs as well. I do not want to see anyone not get to enjoy a good hunt by forgeting things such as: not having your gun in a case that can be completely closed, not having your state license and deer tag in your possession, not having a hunter safety card, or bringing the wrong type of firearm. I have seen guys in the past make these mistakes and get turned away on the first day. Understand that as area guides we can not give anyone a mulligan, if we do it is our job that is on the line. Also, while you're on the reservation, if you do not know or understand something, just ask. If the area guide doesn't know we will get with Hunt Control or the Game Warden and find out for you.

Congrats to all that get drawn and if you are in area 59, I'll be looking forward to meeting you.

Thanks,

R.R.

[raktrakr]

A little friendly advice:

Understand that your area guide will probably be in the woods hunting deer in the state on the weekends and evenings prior to and even throughout the Fort Knox season. So do not try to contact them on the weekends or before dark during the week and then get aggrevated if they are not available. Also, the purpose of checking in by phone is to be informed of the meeting place. We check you in formally on the day of the hunt. One person in the party can call for the whole party so not everyone has to call into the guide. In addition, most of us area guides have probably not been in our hunting areas since December of 06 therefore when we have little information to give you on the deer in the area we aren't being tight lipped, we honestly don't know. Oh and our wives usually don't have a clue of what is going on with any of it so its best to leave a message and talk to us personally.:D
..........

[fireduck]

I got area 56 this year. It will be first time gun hunting it.

[deerslayer61]

Picked my packet up at hunt control today. Hopefully the action starts to pick up a little bit. I've bow hunted several times this year, but the deer movement just isn't the same as past years. If anybody is planning on bow hunting on Ft Knox the next couple of days, be advised there are not many areas to choose from. The areas that are open have been open almost every day of the season. Must be alot of training going on now.

[Dennis]

Ok,
i picked my packet up today got drawn for area 12 .Anybody have info on that area?I've hunted 13 for the past 5 yrs ..but don't know anything about 12 ..any pm's would be greatful..

[bigpuddin43]

Well our taxidermist called today and we are in his area on the first weekend of the fort knox gun hunt it is area 3 anyone have any info on this area. we havent got our packets yet so havent got to check the map and see what it looks like but any info on areas to check out would be helpful
Thanks

[bigpuddin43]

Got Area 3 at fort knox for the first weekend. anyone hunted this area before where should i start looking for sign. Im excited first time weve had the first weekend in a while.

[Titus]

When did you get your drawing results? I'm still waiting...
Titus

[bigpuddin43]

When did you get your drawing results? I'm still waiting...
Titus

we still havent got our stuff yet but our taxidermist is the party leader for area 3 and called because he got his list the other day to let us know we were in his area for the first weekend

[Hurricane]

Just got off the phone with my of the guys in my group. He said he got his packet in the mail today. We were drawn for Area 54 for the 2nd hunt.

Does anybody know anything about this area?

Thanks, Jeff

[airraslinger]

On my way to work this morning (7:02 AM) I saw a nice 10 pt across from the Otter Creek Park main entrance. I don't know the area number? Anyways it had to be between 125 and 135 inches. Got the blood pumpin. Have not received any info yet on the drawing hope to today.

[Feedman]

Got area 81 the first weekend. have not hunted the first weekend before. Any information will be appreciated.

[WhiteRubi]

area 16 for November 17 and 18. Any info would be great. since I'm not at home right now, when is the first weekend? Thanks in advance fellas

[Multidigits]

WhiteR-- I like the area over looking the RR tracks near the edge of the area on the NW side. There's a firebreak along there and the tracks are below that with some land in between. There's a road back into a building with a antennea next to it that will get you close or the last road before you go down the hill to the Tresstle. BTW--

Dennis-- I've got an 8 pointer coming into some corn and a few acorns on my property, so hunt close to it. The buck will go at least 135 or so if that's big enough for you. There's a sink hole on both sides of a tank road coming from my back corner that should produce a deer or two.

Feedman-- contact Dipits, he's guide down your way and maybe able to help you out.

[Multidigits]

On my way to work this morning (7:02 AM) I saw a nice 10 pt across from the Otter Creek Park main entrance. I don't know the area number? Anyways it had to be between 125 and 135 inches. Got the blood pumpin. Have not received any info yet on the drawing hope to today.

That's area 10.

[bowhunter269]

Drawn for area 39. My sources tell me to stay home :confused:
Anyone have any info on 39? Looking for any information to convince me to go. Thanks.

[Multidigits]

Drawn for area 39. My sources tell me to stay home :confused:
Anyone have any info on 39? Looking for any information to convince me to go. Thanks.


Won't be many deer killed in 39. It's one of the worst.

[Daniel Boone]

Got area 81 the first weekend. have not hunted the first weekend before. Any information will be appreciated.

I'll check my maps, but if 81 is the one i'm thinking it's got a creek bottom running through it and thats pretty much it. I think we hunted it in 04 for the second hunt. Not a single deer was killed on saturday, I didn't stick around on sunday to know?

[rabbit16v]

What do we got on 5? Going Dec 8-9

[bowhunter269]

Won't be many deer killed in 39. It's one of the worst.


thanks digits.....confirms what I heard. Guess I'll rely on bowhunting next week. Hopefully some good areas will be open:)

[fireduck]

Just got off the phone with my of the guys in my group. He said he got his packet in the mail today. We were drawn for Area 54 for the 2nd hunt.

Does anybody know anything about this area?

Thanks, Jeff
You got a good one my uncle is party leader and the game warden showed him some pics they got out of there. two 8's around 150in. It was my first pic but I didn't get it.

[massive horns]

Got drawn for the first weekend in area 10.. is this a good spot?
Thanks....

[Multidigits]

Got drawn for the first weekend in area 10.. is this a good spot?
Thanks....

Terrible area....but you can kill one there if you know where to hunt. Check with Raktaker, he's guide of 11. Wear rubber boots if it rains. I'll PM you a couple of spots to try.

[fireduck]

Saw about 150in deer crossing out of 14 into 15 this morning on the way home about 7:45.

[fireduck]

thanks digits.....confirms what I heard. Guess I'll rely on bowhunting next week. Hopefully some good areas will be open:)
Its not the greatest but if you got it the 1st or 2nd weekend I would still hunt it.

[Kydeerman]

Anybody know anything about Area 77?

[airraslinger]

Any info on area 95?

[mhounshell]

Got drawn for area 18 on the first hunt is this a good area first time hunting knox any info would help.

[airraslinger]

Got drawn for area 18 on the first hunt is this a good area first time hunting knox any info would help.


I know I would've took that area, especially the first weekend. I've not hunted there but I have seen several good deer from the road in area 19.

[Redlined]

area 16 for November 17 and 18. Any info would be great. since I'm not at home right now, when is the first weekend? Thanks in advance fellas

Follow the road out past the radio tower to where the fire break starts.If you head down the firebreak a 1/4 mile or so theres some tank roads that head off into some thick brush. There's usually a lot of buck sign off those little roads.Also might want to check out the swampy/drain type low area in the center of the area.

[Redlined]

Anybody know anything about Area 77?

77 is a good area that usually gives up the bucks.Find a good funnel or acorns close to heavy cover and hold tight.It's also a good size area so you should be able to find a spot without being run over top of.

[Redlined]

Got area 81 the first weekend. have not hunted the first weekend before. Any information will be appreciated.

I've hunted turkey's in 81 quite a bit. I've seen a good bit of buck sign in there too.I'd try to hunt somewhere you can see down into some thicker cover where the deer sign is fairly abundunt. I personally like the area up near the south boundry gate. It's prob. better suited to hunt off the ground where you can see "under" the brush up that way though. Also check out the hardwoods areas in the front up close to where it meets 80.

[triple d]

Does anyone know when the gun hunt letters will be sent out?
My buddy's and I got ours friday. we got drawed for area 43 on nov. 17,18. Does anybody know anything about this area?

[WhiteRubi]

Follow the road out past the radio tower to where the fire break starts.If you head down the firebreak a 1/4 mile or so theres some tank roads that head off into some thick brush. There's usually a lot of buck sign off those little roads.Also might want to check out the swampy/drain type low area in the center of the area.

Redlined, Is that are in the extreme north west corner bordering Dixie Hwy? I've been looking at aerial and topos. Looks like an area between Railway Trestle Rd and Dixie. A little road travels out to the NW and stops. Is that the radio tower? If this is not where you are talking about, can you tell me anything about this area. Thanks for your help.

The hunt party is 2 kids and 3 adults. We would love to get the kids on some good bucks but they will be pumped to get a few does too.

Multi, I appreciate your help too. I think I've located a few firebreaks on the aerials. I'm gonna keep studying them.

[Ky_buckhunter]

I got drawn for area 57. Does anyone know anything about this area?

[Redlined]

Redlined, Is that are in the extreme north west corner bordering Dixie Hwy? I've been looking at aerial and topos. Looks like an area between Railway Trestle Rd and Dixie. A little road travels out to the NW and stops. Is that the radio tower? If this is not where you are talking about, can you tell me anything about this area. Thanks for your help.

The hunt party is 2 kids and 3 adults. We would love to get the kids on some good bucks but they will be pumped to get a few does too.

Multi, I appreciate your help too. I think I've located a few firebreaks on the aerials. I'm gonna keep studying them.

When you are taken into the area, you'll enter past the ammo dump and that road will intersect at water plant road.Turn right at the water plant and about 1/2 mile down on the left you'll see the water tower.About 300 yds further down on the left the firebreak starts, park there and head in.

[Redlined]

My buddy's and I got ours friday. we got drawed for area 43 on nov. 17,18. Does anybody know anything about this area?

Head way back in on the log road off Chappel Ridge road.Find some sign and set up.You're hunting the first weekend, so I doubt the deer have been pressured as that area is hardly ever open for bow. You've got a good area very capable of giving up a whopper. Should be plenty of acorns on those log roads and they branch off and run way, way, back......

[ducknrun]

Anyone else in Area 30? Got it for the second weekend. Hunted with my little brother in 88 for the youth hunt. It was slow, but it was also 90 degrees. If anyone has hunted 30 before let me know what to expect.

[mossman500]

Got drawn for area 48...should be a good hunt.

[zukcrazy]

Any info on Area 21 ??? I got Drawn for it Dec 8/9

[fireduck]

Got drawn for area 48...should be a good hunt.
You got a great area. Tank range thats never open.

[Daniel Boone]

Got area 1 on the 24th and 25th. Anyone know anything about this area?
Thanks in advance..

[Kydeerman]

I have hunted 95 several times. It is a long way to walk to get in there but deer are everywhere. There is a slew between zudic lake and the river that I watched deer in for two days straight.

[Kydeerman]

77 is a good area that usually gives up the bucks.Find a good funnel or acorns close to heavy cover and hold tight.It's also a good size area so you should be able to find a spot without being run over top of.

Do you know any speciifc areas that are good funnels. It appears to be ridgetops and fields. Is that correct?

[Redlined]

There's also some decent funnels in the creek bottom too. Halfway between would be a good bet as plenty will be pushing deer from both ends...........

[bowhunter269]

Any info on Area 21 ??? I got Drawn for it Dec 8/9
I've hunted 21 before. good potential for a nice buck. right hand side of road going in is always closed to bow (left hand is sometimes open). Walk down edge of the range until you come to a cut lane on the left....seems like there might be a cemetary there...... and enter the woods to your left. I hunted about 100 yards in and saw over 30 deer in 2 days. Everyone else drove down to the river and came up the draws. Good luck.

[TedB]

Drew area 33 for the first weekend, anybody got any info on it? Thanks.

[mossman500]

Yea...48 seems to be one of the better areas here on Knox...that's why I picked it.

[Captain Farrel]

area 16 for November 17 and 18. Any info would be great. since I'm not at home right now, when is the first weekend? Thanks in advance fellas

Hey im in the same hunt as you. It looks like a nice area. I have hunted area 17 before and those were some beautiful woods. Hopefuly it will be the same as 17.

[core-lokt]

Drew area 33 for the first weekend, anybody got any info on it? Thanks.
Hunted area 33 a few years ago and will send PM. Hope it helps some.

[Ky_buckhunter]

no one knows anything about 57?? I got drawn for the 17th and 18th and I want to know if its worth missing 2 days of my rifle season to go because I dont want to waste my time. any info would be appreciated.

[Daniel Boone]

no one knows anything about 57?? I got drawn for the 17th and 18th and I want to know if its worth missing 2 days of my rifle season to go because I dont want to waste my time. any info would be appreciated.

I've hunted 58 a couple times. If 57 is 1/2 as good as 58 I'd miss opening weekend for it. Best I remember 57 (possible 59?) had some dandy's killed on it in 01,02. I haven't been in these parts since then.

[Redlined]

57's a good area, def worth missing the second weekend of state gun to hunt the first weekend.I've hunted it a few times, but it was early season and very thick, best I remember there are some food plots on the top with quite a bit of thicket up there.I'd try getting up a tree over one of those big briar patches where you can see down in it.Letting others push deer past you is a great tactic for any area at Knox.

[Redlined]

Drew area 33 for the first weekend, anybody got any info on it? Thanks.

I'd head to the log road that runs around the area and hunt a drain coming off the hills. Deer will be getting pushed from the top of your area as well as Chappel Ridge.Usually plenty of buck sign along that road through the bottoms anyway.Just watch the boundries as in most places down there the log road serves as a lot, if not all of the bottom boundry.

[Redlined]

Got drawn for area 18 on the first hunt is this a good area first time hunting knox any info would help.

Bowhunted it a few weeks ago.They were mowing the acorns, find some butting up against some thicket and lay with it.

[150PandY]

Got drawn for area 112 first and second weekend. Does anyone know about this area?

[rabbit16v]

What do we know about area 5?

[Feedman]

What do we know about area 5?

It may have wild hogs in it?????????????????????:eek:

[Ratliff]

Got drawn for area 1 Dec 8,9...dont know anything about this area any advice is greatly appreciated.
thanks

[Multidigits]

Been a while since I've hunted 1, but used to hunt back near the RR Bridge in the flat ground. Watch driving through any standing water holes if they let you take a truck in there.

[Daniel Boone]

Got drawn for area 1 Dec 8,9...dont know anything about this area any advice is greatly appreciated.
thanks

I've got it on the 24th/25th I'll PM you after the hunt and let you know what I find.

[fatbuck]

We have not gotten anything in the mail telling us we were drawn, should I begin to worry?

[CREECH1980]

I got drawed for area 9 any one got any news on that area.

[CREECH1980]

I hunted area 112 last year it was the best area i have ever hunted on Fort Knox. Lots of deer in that area. I killed three in that area last year.

[mhounshell]

what is the average number of people per area on the gun hunts

[Multidigits]

what is the average number of people per area on the gun hunts

25 - 30 if they all show up

[150PandY]

I hunted area 112 last year it was the best area i have ever hunted on Fort Knox. Lots of deer in that area. I killed three in that area last year.

Where did you hunt in the area?

[FL Hunter]

150PandY, You drew a good area. Just make sure to stay in your area. It's easy to get lost on the backside. Almost anywhere is a good spot. Just keep water and thick cover in mind.

[ryanlewis397]

I was drawn for the gun hunt at Fort Knox in area 18 and was wondering if many booners were taken here. also if anyone has any suggestions as to where to hunt it would be greatly appreciated.:D

[WhiteRubi]

You'll have better luck with a response in the stickied Ft Knox thread at the top of the page.

A few guys check/post regularly about the different areas.

Good luck :D

[CREECH1980]

Thanks for the information. I hope that it is a good area. Do u know if there is any good bucks on that area?

[CREECH1980]

Mathews when u get to the area u will go up a gravel road and u will see the lttle Gamewarden starion on the left. U will turn right across from the stationwere the gamewardens are , and go back threw there about 400 yards and you will see a big knob on the left, any were around that big knob is were we killed all of ours.

[chrisj]

I've never hunted 42 before, any advice?

[rme hunter]

If you are coming to Knox after strictly a Booner it could be a long wait. No doubt they are here but it is just like everywhere else in the state they are rare. 18 is a terrific area actually one of my favorites. You should be able to get in there and scout sometime after the 12 of November. GOOD LUCK

[Redlined]

Got drawn for area 1 Dec 8,9...dont know anything about this area any advice is greatly appreciated.
thanks

I'd try the back of the area where the tank roads run out and the sloughs start.Also the thick areas between the tank trails hold deer when they start getting pushed.

[Redlined]

I've never hunted 42 before, any advice?

Head down the back hollar and hunt the point between hollars on the edge of the impact. Make sure you stay in your area.Loads of deer funnel through there.One bit of advice to consider though.That is not the place to go and shoot a so-so buck or doe, very long,hard drag that will take most of a day.If you just want a deer,try the oak ridges on top, they snake around for miles and plenty of terrain features to funnel deer.

[Backwoods Boyy]

Does anybody have any information on Area 9? We will be there Nov. 24 and 25. Any details would be greatly appreciated!

The only Area I have hunted is 112, and it was a good area. Lots of deer activity in that area last year.

[Multidigits]

Does anybody have any information on Area 9?.


Nine is decent, hunt the cedar thicket off of Pinwheel Road over looking the flat along Otter Creek. There's an old tank road crossing the creek in the spot if you get to scout, hunt on it or just off of it. The key is to sit all day in a stand, and hope the others work the sink holes and thickets on the other side of the road or in 11 for you.

[Chimpy]

Got drawn for area 48...should be a good hunt.

We were drawn for 48 3 or 4 years ago --- the area guides aren't the best. They were very tight lipped on the boundaries. One of the assistants tagged a deer for one of the other guides --- it was a small 6 pointer that measured 12.5 inches. He got lucky. This was the first year the 12 inch rule was in effect. I killed 2 does, and my buddy killed a nice 8 pointer. It rained the whole time. Saw a bunch of deer, and 5 river otters walking thru the woods.

[Chimpy]

Got drawn for area 112 first and second weekend. Does anyone know about this area?

You've got one of the best areas on Knox. The area guides are awesome too --- when we hunted it a few years ago, they had soup and sandwiches for everybody. We killed 6 does out of 5 guys, but 7-8 good bucks were taken that weekend.

[Chimpy]

Been a while since I've hunted 1, but used to hunt back near the RR Bridge in the flat ground. Watch driving through any standing water holes if they let you take a truck in there.

We hunted area 1 last year and it stunk --- one doe killed all weekend. I saw 1 deer. Problem is, we got area 1 again this year, on dEC. 8 AND 9. Not sure if we're going to go, but I don't think it has been open for bow, so it might be worthwhile. But what are the odds of getting the same area 2 years in a row? This happened to us 6 years ago when we got area 16 2 years in a row --- and that year a lot of the same civilian hunters from the year before were with us. So do they really do a lottery draw? Or at a certain point do they just go with what they had the year before? Just seems odd to me.

[jsc3150]

We hunted area 1 last year and it stunk --- one doe killed all weekend. I saw 1 deer. Problem is, we got area 1 again this year, on dEC. 8 AND 9. Not sure if we're going to go, but I don't think it has been open for bow, so it might be worthwhile. But what are the odds of getting the same area 2 years in a row? This happened to us 6 years ago when we got area 16 2 years in a row --- and that year a lot of the same civilian hunters from the year before were with us. So do they really do a lottery draw? Or at a certain point do they just go with what they had the year before? Just seems odd to me.

We had area 2 last year and got drawn for the same area this year only difference is this year we are drawn for the last hunt.

[bowhunter269]

I got drawed for area 9 any one got any news on that area.

I hunted 9 a couple years ago. Lots of deer and plenty of legal bucks. The area has many sinkholes and thickets, but lots of roads throughout the area. I would recommend setting up between two sinkholes and staying put. You'll see lots of hunters walking around, but the deer seem to move from sinkhole to sinkhole throughout the day. good luck.

[Chimpy]

We had area 2 last year and got drawn for the same area this year only difference is this year we are drawn for the last hunt.

Last year we had area 1 for the second hunt, and this year we have the last weekend --- interesting. Was area 2 any good? Looks very steep.

[74CD]

Anybody Have Any Advice?i Have Never Been In This Area.

[bowhunter269]

I've never hunted 42 before, any advice?

I like REDLINED's advice. I hunted the bottoms very near where
he described and saw about 20 deer before 9 am. I shot a dandy 5 1/2 year old 8 pointer. Back then you could drive around to the bottoms. I don't think u can do that any more (ask the guides), so getting a deer out of there would be a chore. I would agree it would take all day to get a deer out of there if you can't drive it. Good luck. One of my favorite areas.

[kyhunter28]

Well I got the 46 the last weekend. Any advice?

[catmaster]

Hunting area 15 nov 24-25.Anybody have any tips Thanks

[44mag]

we got area 20 2nd weekend, any info would be appreciated, also is this first or second weekend hunt last year qwe had area 9 on the seciond weekend but it was the first weekend it opened up for gun. they had training in there the first weekend, area 9 is a good area to hunt by the way. i liked next to the power line, seen two good shooters there.

[Multidigits]

we got area 20 2nd weekend, any info would be appreciated, also is this first or second weekend hunt last year qwe had area 9 on the seciond weekend but it was the first weekend it opened up for gun. they had training in there the first weekend, area 9 is a good area to hunt by the way. i liked next to the power line, seen two good shooters there.


Valley Station is your area guide in 20

[jsc3150]

Last year we had area 1 for the second hunt, and this year we have the last weekend --- interesting. Was area 2 any good? Looks very steep.

I did manage to kill a nice 9 pointer the first morning. Other than that it was slow for our group of 4 hunters. I was the only one to harvest anything.

[rcr_83]

Has anyone hunted area 88. We got drawed on the 24 25 of November, any suggestions?

[rcr_83]

is area 88 supposed to be a good big buck area. this is our first trip to ft. knox and we have no idea about the area. anyone have any pointers or advice hollar back.

[CREECH1980]

Area 9 is close to post isnt it? Would it be bettter to stay in Radcliff or Mouldrough? Any ideas appreciated. THANKS

[don_m_mead_co]

We hunted area 1 last year and it stunk --- one doe killed all weekend. I saw 1 deer. Problem is, we got area 1 again this year, on dEC. 8 AND 9. Not sure if we're going to go, but I don't think it has been open for bow, so it might be worthwhile. But what are the odds of getting the same area 2 years in a row? This happened to us 6 years ago when we got area 16 2 years in a row --- and that year a lot of the same civilian hunters from the year before were with us. So do they really do a lottery draw? Or at a certain point do they just go with what they had the year before? Just seems odd to me.

Don't know much about 1 but I do know that one out of two big bucks, taken by bow this past weekend, was out of Area 1. God Bless!

[don_m_mead_co]

Does anybody have any information on Area 9? We will be there Nov. 24 and 25. Any details would be greatly appreciated!

The only Area I have hunted is 112, and it was a good area. Lots of deer activity in that area last year.

Pros - Otter Creek, Lots of big tracks last spring (great turkey area!), saw deer in the creek bottom, never open during bow.

Cons - Lots of training goes on there, lots of soldiers and vehicles driving around, lots of blank ammo fire (could play in your favor if the deer are desensitized.)

[150PandY]

We hunted area 1 last year and it stunk --- one doe killed all weekend. I saw 1 deer. Problem is, we got area 1 again this year, on dEC. 8 AND 9. Not sure if we're going to go, but I don't think it has been open for bow, so it might be worthwhile. But what are the odds of getting the same area 2 years in a row? This happened to us 6 years ago when we got area 16 2 years in a row --- and that year a lot of the same civilian hunters from the year before were with us. So do they really do a lottery draw? Or at a certain point do they just go with what they had the year before? Just seems odd to me.


Seems your odds are 1 in 6 lol.....

Thanks for the info on 112 I am pumped up about it....

[Backwoods Boyy]

thanks don m.. I greatly appreciate the info! Is there lots of hardwoods? Hopefully the deer carrying the big tracks will still be around in that area :)

[Multidigits]

Area 9 is close to post isnt it? Would it be bettter to stay in Radcliff or Mouldrough? Any ideas appreciated. THANKS


Either, depending on where your party meets, but it's a draw on distance from the area. You access 9 off of Hwy. 60, near Check Point 12, which you'll go through in the morn.

[diamond-dave]

Are these two areas good areas first time to Fort Knox.

[CREECH1980]

Thanks guys for the info on area 9. If anyone else has anyting on area 9 fill us in please. THANKS

[fireduck]

If you thinking of going bow hunting this week stay home. Drove up there today 6 areas open for wensday and thursday did not look any better.

[cdcupp]

I am hunting area 36 on the first weekend. Any info is appreciated. Thanks.

[core-lokt]

Got drawn for the last weekend in area 58. Would really appreciate any info about this area. Thanks.

[fatbuck]

Got drawn top hunt area 87 on the last weekend. Is it a good area? and how bad will it be during the last hunt. Thanks.

[KRR]

If you thinking of going bow hunting this week stay home. Drove up there today 6 areas open for wensday and thursday did not look any better.

Fireduck, thanks for the info. I have this weekend for bow and was going to drive up Wednesday but I think i will wait until Thursday so I can see Friday and Saturday. At least I'll have an idea of what to expect for the weekend.

[sekyhunter85]

I have area 82 on Dec. 8th and 9th any info. would be helpful.

[triple d]

Head way back in on the log road off Chappel Ridge road.Find some sign and set up.You're hunting the first weekend, so I doubt the deer have been pressured as that area is hardly ever open for bow. You've got a good area very capable of giving up a whopper. Should be plenty of acorns on those log roads and they branch off and run way, way, back......
thanks of the info!

[Redlined]

Both areas are basicly on the ridge between Yano and Cedar Creek tank ranges, there are a few finger ridges also but you get the idea.88 does get a little bow hunting, no more than a few days per season, 87 gets even less. That being said both have plenty of big deer in them.Lots of thick cover and terrain features to funnel deer.I'd find an edge where open hardwoods meet thick cover in close proximity to a drain coming off the sides of the hill. Spend some time looking and when you find a spot stay put, the big deer are there but you got to lay with it.Knox bucks are notorious for moving at midday hours when most are napping or back at the truck talking..........

[Redlined]

Got drawn for the last weekend in area 58. Would really appreciate any info about this area. Thanks.

58 is another big deer area.Since your going the last weekend I'd concetrate on the creek bottoms in a place I could look down into heavy cover.A lot of 58 is mature, wide open hardwoods.Not really a place to see deer after two weekends of hunting.

[Redlined]

Don't be disheartened by getting a last weekend draw.Last season there were a whole lot of big deer taken the last weekend.On the second weekend it was very warm, by the third weekend it was bitter cold. The weather plays a huge role in how good or bad a particular weekend will pan out, for hunting pressure as well as deer movement............

[Redlined]

Well I got the 46 the last weekend. Any advice?

In the back of the area there are some old poplar flats that have been dozed and planted to clover.If they are still up there, hunt the thickets around them.If they've gone back to weeds try the ravines coming out of the bottoms.

[Dennis]

WhiteR-- I like the area over looking the RR tracks near the edge of the area on the NW side. There's a firebreak along there and the tracks are below that with some land in between. There's a road back into a building with a antennea next to it that will get you close or the last road before you go down the hill to the Tresstle. BTW--

Dennis-- I've got an 8 pointer coming into some corn and a few acorns on my property, so hunt close to it. The buck will go at least 135 or so if that's big enough for you. There's a sink hole on both sides of a tank road coming from my back corner that should produce a deer or two.

Feedman-- contact Dipits, he's guide down your way and maybe able to help you out.
Multi how far are you from where the creek cuts between 12-14?

[core-lokt]

Thanks for the reply. It's nice to know that this area has some good potential even if it is the last weekend. I really appreciate the info.

58 is another big deer area.Since your going the last weekend I'd concetrate on the creek bottoms in a place I could look down into heavy cover.A lot of 58 is mature, wide open hardwoods.Not really a place to see deer after two weekends of hunting.

[Multidigits]

Multi how far are you from where the creek cuts between 12-14?


I'm close to where the creek cuts between 12 and 13. That's directly behind my house. 14 is out the side door. The map shows a road through my yard going into 12. It does, but only with my say so.

[150PandY]

Any one have any more tips on area 112. Where would you hunt and what type cover is in the area?
Is the area hunted during the bow hunt?

[Multidigits]

Any one have any more tips on area 112. Where would you hunt and what type cover is in the area?
Is the area hunted during the bow hunt?


Been years. Killed deer high on the south side of the 2nd knob and have killed deer near the river. If I hunted there today, I'd head back to the river and hunt there, the hill will be over run with hunters before too long.

I'd try south of the 1 in the number 112 for starters???

[K9trapper]

Last season, we killed more deer the 3rd weekend than any of the others. Like Redlined said, the weather dictates the quality of the hunt more than anything else. Hunting pressure is different every weekend as well, so it's a crap shoot as to where to go.

My advice for gun hunting Knox, get close to thick cover, and stay all day. Half the hunters clear at noon on the first day. I'll guarantee you can't kill one at the house.

[myghtyjoe]

Any info on Area 21 ??? I got Drawn for it Dec 8/9
sorry man i was blessed with 21 and never saw a deer, couple years ago, no deer killed that weekend, it was second ft. knox weekend, plus its always open during bow season...lots of pressure....dont waste your time

[myghtyjoe]

Got drawn top hunt area 87 on the last weekend. Is it a good area? and how bad will it be during the last hunt. Thanks.
get close as your can to cedar creek range deer will be forced out in mornings and return in evenings...never had much luck on last weekend but you never know when your close to cedar creek tank range...typically good area!

[myghtyjoe]

drawn for 97 first weekend, never hunted it before...any help?? thanks!

[Ruffneck]

Any info on area 12 would be appreciated.....taking an 11 year old, it will be our first time on the reservation, I hope he will be able to tag his first deer or at least see some activity.....thanks in advance.

[Multidigits]

Any info on area 12 would be appreciated.....taking an 11 year old, it will be our first time on the reservation, I hope he will be able to tag his first deer or at least see some activity.....thanks in advance.


Hunt close to private ground, lots of yellow acorns out there. The creek isn't bad either.

[airbornetanker]

Hunt the South side of the road in 21. That side isn't open during archery season. I would hunt on the back side of Longstreet or on the river side.

[CREECH1980]

Anyone got anything else on area 9 for the second weekend.

[cdcupp]

any info would be appreciated thanks oh yeah the first weekend

[bowhunter269]

I am hunting area 36 on the first weekend. Any info is appreciated. Thanks.

36 is steep. Tops are heavily wooded ridges with some spotty acorns this year. Hunted there several weeks ago and didn't see a deer on top. I like the bottoms during the gun hunt. There are some pretty thick areas and 45 is across the road which is very thick. 45 has been off limits to bowhunters for years and holds tons of deer (or at least used to). lots of deer are pushed across the road into 36 and 37 once the shooting starts. I'd hunt low on the point between the 2 big hollars first morning and stay all day.

[rabbit16v]

other than hogs, still haven't heard anything great about 5 :(. Hell, still don't know if I even saw a hog if I could shoot.

[bowhunter49]

Does anyone have any info in areas 83/90? We were drawn for Nov. 17-18. Any information appreciated..Thanks, Bowhunter49

[WhiteRubi]

other than hogs, still haven't heard anything great about 5 :(. Hell, still don't know if I even saw a hog if I could shoot.

Our guide told my BIL to shoot EVERY hog you see. If you run out of ammo, they will see that you are able to get more. :eek::D

[Multidigits]

other than hogs, still haven't heard anything great about 5 :(. Hell, still don't know if I even saw a hog if I could shoot.


Hung for deer in Hog Holler.

[justinky]

area 44 anyone no anything bout it?

[Valley Station]

Rabbit16v,
Somethin' good about Area 5?? How about one of the biggest deer that's come off of Ft Knox lately. A big 10-pointer that field dressed right at 210lbs.
I can put you up a tree on the North side of Hog Hollow where I shot a buck with a bow
in 1967. But, you may want to go do some scoutin' , instead.

[FL Hunter]

Valley Station has a good point but Hog Hollow is in area 3 not area 5.

[44mag]

anybody else know of or have hunted area 20, good places to start scouting and do they allow scouting in that area

[rme hunter]

other than hogs, still haven't heard anything great about 5 :(. Hell, still don't know if I even saw a hog if I could shoot.
If you see a hog you can shoot. Also area 5 is a very good area.

[rme hunter]

sorry man i was blessed with 21 and never saw a deer, couple years ago, no deer killed that weekend, it was second ft. knox weekend, plus its always open during bow season...lots of pressure....dont waste your time
Only half of 21 is open for bow hunting. It is a very good area and if you get in the right spot you will see plenty of deer.

[atadbad]

Does anyone know anything about area 81? Please let me know, I'm in on the second weekend hunt.

Thanks

Ed

[don_m_mead_co]

Valley Station has a good point but Hog Hollow is in area 3 not area 5.

Does anyone know about "Lick Bottom" in Area 5? Is there a natural salt lick there?

[Multidigits]

Valley Station has a good point but Hog Hollow is in area 3 not area 5.

Yes, it's there too. Thanks for pointing that out.

[PIEBALD]

anyone with any information ? have heard its not too good of an area

[CREECH1980]

Were do i need to hunt in area 9? Any one hunted in this area lately?

[Multidigits]

Thought this one was already answered. Nine is best along the creek in the flat part. There's a steep hill side on both sides that deer won't climb unless really pushed hard, so hunt on either side of it. The area is easy to see on the map. The key is to sit or stand hunt all day and hope the bulk of the party rabbit hunts the sink holes above you, either in 9 or in 11. If they do, the deer will flip back and forth across the creek.

[hilljack]

I need any info on area 37. Will be hunting on November 17 & 18.

[CREECH1980]

Thank u multi digits for your info.

[bowhunter269]

I need any info on area 37. Will be hunting on November 17 & 18.

Some big bucks have been killed in 37 over the years. Top has oak ridges with plenty of red oak acorns this year. Problem I've seen with 37 is it's hard to get away from other hunters. I'd park at the cemetary, walk out the logging road to the left and pick a finger to sit all day.

[CREECH1980]

Multi digits is the cedar thicket that u was talking about on the left or right side of pinweel road? And about how far is it after u turn off Hwy 60 onto pinweel to the cedar thicket, and would u recomend using a treestand in that area. Is this area mostly woods fields or what any open woods growed up fields thank u so much fro any more info.



Thanks, Chris

Somerset Ky

[ky_redneck01]

Got drawn for area 35 Dec. 8 & 9. Any info on this area would be greatly appreciated. have never hunted Fort Knox before

[Valley Station]

FL Hunter,
Get your map out. The creek bed in Hog Hollow is the dividing line between Area 3 & 5.
50% of Hog Hollow is in Area 5.

[Multidigits]

FL Hunter,
Get your map out. The creek bed in Hog Hollow is the dividing line between Area 3 & 5.
50% of Hog Hollow is in Area 5.


Thanks for the back up....thought for a minute that they might have moved it?

[Multidigits]

Multi digits is the cedar thicket that u was talking about on the left or right side of pinweel road? And about how far is it after u turn off Hwy 60 onto pinweel to the cedar thicket, and would u recomend using a treestand in that area. Is this area mostly woods fields or what any open woods growed up fields thank u so much fro any more info.



Thanks, Chris

Somerset Ky

I would use a stand, you'll be able to hunt all day that way?

As for left or right, depends on which way your traveling on Pinwheel at the time, but from your clipboard area, it will be on the left(Otter Creek side of the area).

Go to topozone.com and use these: 37° 54' 41"N, 86° 01' 46"W

The cedar thicket is here, 37° 54' 28"N, 86° 01' 51"W but there is a no hunting zone around the lake and camp ground.

[Captain Farrel]

Any good info on Area 16 for the first weekend?

[rabbit16v]

Rabbit16v,
Somethin' good about Area 5?? How about one of the biggest deer that's come off of Ft Knox lately. A big 10-pointer that field dressed right at 210lbs.
I can put you up a tree on the North side of Hog Hollow where I shot a buck with a bow
in 1967. But, you may want to go do some scoutin' , instead.
Yeah, never made it out this mornin. Had to help out the parents and didn't wanna screw up again so never went. Frank said he saw a bunch of toms though where ever he went in. Hows the scouting work before the dates drawn for? Will I be able to go in once a week before hand or just that week?

[Redlined]

Got drawn for area 35 Dec. 8 & 9. Any info on this area would be greatly appreciated. have never hunted Fort Knox before

The frontside of the big hollar has a gravel road that runs down to the firebreak, about halfway down is a log road on the right.Out it a couple hundred yards is a good edge where thick woods meets open oaks, try it.Also try the thicket at the beginning of the gravel road on the right, theres a troop trail that goes in a little ways, just branch off it into the cover.

[Valley Station]

Rabbit16V,
You check with Hunt Control to see if areas are "released" for recreation. Sign in for scouting just like bow hunting.
Some area will not be available for scouting prior to the deer gun hunt.

[henson]

I have never been to knox before I got area 40 for the 2nd weekend. Any body know if it has any cover or open flat or hills.

thanks

[Titus]

Check your topo map, it can tell you alot about the area.
I got drawn for area 81 3rd hunt. That is the same area I got drawn for last year only it was 2nd hunt. A friend in our group killed a nice 10 pt there that the biologists aged at 5 yrs old.

[henson]

thanks titus

[bowhunter49]

Still haven't recieved info on areas 83/90. Any help appreciated..

[Redlined]

Still haven't recieved info on areas 83/90. Any help appreciated..

Try the top of 90.Lots of big cedar thickets up there, I'd check out where the drains go through them or further back where they open into oak woods. Theres some deccent bucks up there, just have to wait them out.

[bowhunter269]

Yeah, never made it out this mornin. Had to help out the parents and didn't wanna screw up again so never went. Frank said he saw a bunch of toms though where ever he went in. Hows the scouting work before the dates drawn for? Will I be able to go in once a week before hand or just that week?


FYI.......2 nice bucks killed in 5 tonight. One weighed 144 lbs (9 point). Unsure of the other, but both had nice racks.

[bowhunter269]

Still haven't recieved info on areas 83/90. Any help appreciated..

I hunted 83/90 several years ago. I parked at the gate and walked in on the top of 90 (north of Joe Prather, off post). We saw some good sign but no deer. The bottoms separating the 2 areas are thick and also had good sign but received most of the pressure. I saw only one other hunter on top of 90.

[theshadbat2]

I will be hunting area 54 for the first two weekends of their gun season. Does anyone have any good information on good spots. This will be my first time hunting Ft. Knox. I am in the reserves and just got back from Iraq. If anyone has any information on good spots, please let me know. If you don't want to post it you can pm me.

[myghtyjoe]

anyone with info, would be greatly appreciated!!!!

[catmaster]

Anybody know anything about area 15. Any thickets I set up on. Thanks

[Captain Farrel]

I have never been to knox before I got area 40 for the 2nd weekend. Any body know if it has any cover or open flat or hills.

thanks

Horrible area, I hunted that one last year in the last weekend. its all up hill except for the lake area. Good luck i hope someone can point you into a good direction.

[huntsalone]

use to hunt 21 for about 15 years if anyone need info on that area. know some good spots there.

[Ratliff]

myghtyjoe no info on 97 yet??
anyone with info, would be greatly appreciated!!!!

I Hunted 97 last year on the second weekend, i got a doe but no one in that area got a buck the weekend i was there. I hunted the flat it wasnt too bad down there, never went up to the top but heard from the other guys it was thick up there.

[Dennis]

Anybody know anything about area 15. Any thickets I set up on. Thanks
I hunted area 15 a few yrs ago its a mapping area for soldiers on foot. Hunt the back portion of 15 close to private property.I'm guessing you have a climbing stand i sure would suggest that. I never had much luck in 15 only seen the tail of one as it went over a hill. But of course i was walking around.

[Dennis]

I hunted area 15 a few yrs ago its a mapping area for soldiers on foot. Hunt the back portion of 15 close to private property.I'm guessing you have a climbing stand i sure would suggest that. I never had much luck in 15 only seen the tail of one as it went over a hill. But of course i was walking around.
I drive past 15 every night and i've seen several does cross the road from area 14 close to pinwheel road .I think theres a large thicket across from pinwheel road. in 15 might check that out.

[bowhunter269]

Anybody know anything about area 15. Any thickets I set up on. Thanks

My uncle used to be a guide. I've hunted with him several times. Most hunters walk from one end to the other and jump deer out of the sinkholes. There have been a few good bucks killed there over the years but it's not a great area (my opinion). Find a spot and stay put all day if u can and you should see deer. I always had the best luck across the road (Logsdon I think, the 4 lane). Park at one of the gates and walk back. A very thick stand of pines always had good buck sign. Good luck.

[masonlee]

to the huntsalone what parts of 21 one do you recommend and anyone that needs info on 97 let me know our group killed 2 8 pointers and 3 does in 2005 ive been in on the left side of 21 to bowhunt and thats all first post so im a little slow on reply

[buckchaser]

anyone with info, would be greatly appreciated!!!!
97 is a pretty good area. I don't know a whole lot about it but I would try the very back corner where 95 and 97 meet at the river.