I agree with Lucius111. Put your stand wherever you feel comfortable. I've hunted from 10 to 30' off the ground, but I'll tell you when you're clinging to the tree scared to death about looking down, there's no way you'll be able to grab your bow and shoot!!! I personally feel that watching the wind and picking a tree with some cover, wether it's at 10' or whatever, are the most important things. Good luck!!