As a seasoned Red Dead Online player since 2020, I still get that thrill when spotting pronghorns grazing across the plains! 🦌 Their lean meat fuels my camp stews, and those gorgeous hides? Pure crafting gold for satchels and gear upgrades. Even in 2025, Daily Challenges still send me chasing these horned beauties – and trust me, knowing where to look makes ALL the difference. Ever spent hours riding in circles? Yeah, been there... But after countless hunting trips across New Austin’s deserts and West Elizabeth’s rivers, I’ve nailed the hotspots! Let me share my hard-earned wisdom.
🔥 New Austin: Desert Dwellers Galore
First things first: if you’re after Baja California or Sonoran pronghorns (the rarest breeds!), this is YOUR kingdom. I always start southwest of Tumbleweed – those open plains are practically a pronghorn parade! 🌵 Just last week, I bagged three Sonorans before noon near the San Luis River. Feeling adventurous? Ride south from Armadillo through Cholla Springs; those rocky hills hide herds grazing near Jordan’s Gap. And don’t sleep on Hennigan’s Stead! North of MacFarlane’s Ranch, I’ve spotted groups trotting toward the riverbanks at dawn. Pro tip: Use cover scent lotion here – one whiff of Arthur, and they bolt like lightning! ⚡
🌲 West Elizabeth: American Pronghorn Haven
Prefer lush forests over dusty trails? Head here for American pronghorns! My favorite route? Following Little Creek River’s bends – it’s serene, with elk drinking nearby and pronghorns nibbling grass. 🏞️ I once tracked a perfect 3-star near Wallace Station during a thunderstorm – talk about moody hunting vibes! For quick spawns, patrol south of Manzanita Outpost along Upper Montana River. Ever wonder why they gather here? Maybe the thickets offer safety... or maybe they just love the view!
🍂 New Hanover: Heartland Hideouts
Rolling hills and golden fields make this region feel like home. Southeast of Flatneck Station? Pure magic at sunset! 🌅 I’ve crouched in wheat fields watching herds cross the Dakota River – use rolling block rifles for clean kills across the water. Central Heartlands around Emerald Ranch? Reliable but BUSY. Bandits and wagons spook pronghorns constantly... does anyone else wish NPCs would just stay home sometimes? 🙄
| Region | Breed | My Go-To Spot | Time of Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Austin | Baja California | Gaptooth Ridge | Early Morning |
| New Austin | Sonoran | Southwest of Tumbleweed | Noon |
| West Elizabeth | American | Little Creek River | Dusk |
| New Hanover | American | Near Flatneck Station | Afternoon |
Honestly, what keeps me hunting after all these years? That moment when you spot antlers glinting in the sun... and the satisfaction of a perfect pelt. 🎯 But hey – where’s YOUR lucky pronghorn spot? Maybe we’ve crossed paths out there in the wild west!
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