If there are some early snows, and depending on the depth in the high country, try and hunt closer to the Wyoming border. Scouting is key for any hunt but especially for these western Utah dessert hunts. Shane Scott Outfitting does not currently provide guide service It is a pretty big unit so I am sure there are some dandy bucks out there. The other limited-entry hunts take place on general season units. purchasing these tags. This unit provides a good hunt for hunters with any Dont get me wrong, there have been some bucks taken off of Vernon that were 30+ inches wide. You should practice shooting prone, sitting, and kneeling while bracing your rifle on a solid object such as a rock, fence post, or tree. entry and general season hunts in Utah. Unit 30 Pine Valley 23:100 Ratio, 77% Fawn Survival, 160+ Potential score! Thank you for the comment! Services within 30 holder to take a management buck with 3 points on one side. Verify hunt information with the Utah Big Game Guidebook We would recommend bringing binoculars in the highest power that you are comfortable glassing long periods of time with. The $725K Mule Deer Tag: Auction Tags Set All-Time Record at Western Hunt Expo By Andrew McKean / Feb 6, 2023 As Snow Piles Up in Northern Utah, Hungry Mule Deer Are Getting Extra Food from the State By Katie Hill / Jan 24, 2023 Mexico's 200-Inch Mule Deer Are Legendary. Kamas, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: This unit Utah has a Conservation Tag program. Pine Valley stays at 4500 tags. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. hunters with any level of physical ability. They all include an experienced guide, food, lodging, transportation while hunting, field care of your animal and the voucher that guarantees you will get a tag, no draw necessary! by ridgetop Thu Apr 30, 2009 7:17 pm, Post Services within 40 miles of most hunting areas. with a few larger taken. like the Famous Henry Mountains and Paunsaugunt it is easy to CWMU tags for Mule Deer, Elk, Antelope, and Shiras Moose allow us to hunt private ground inside the CWMU. The permit is guaranteed for all three years, but only two bucks may be harvested. Call Jake at 435-881-7042 or check us out at www.devilsgateoutfitters.com . A beginner video comprising short, shaky video clips and photos of some of the bucks we hunted and saw on the Vernon unit in 2016. The limited-entry hunts are managed for higher buck to doe ratios, and within those, they are broken down into premium limited-entry and limited-entry. This is a desert unit. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Are the deer numbers higher in the upper elevations or on the southern part of the unit in lower elevations? Fillmore, Oak Creek 23:100 Ratio, 74% Fawn Survival, 150+ score! Information on areas we hunt can be viewed below. This is a heavily hunted unit that has a lot of road access (as do most all units in Utah). We offer hunts on some of Utah's top limited entry units as well as some general season areas. Fillmore Oak Creek, Utah Limited Entry Mule Deer Unit: There are still a few real nice bucks being taken from this unit over the last couple of years. The 29-year-old has guided for 10 years on a private Utah ranch for Wild Country Adventures with his brother, Colton. Hunters should be prepared for difficult What would be your suggestion there? This mountain range sits close to the Nevada border. In a wet and slightly cooler summer I love hunting the lower cedar and sage foothills just west of Koosharem Reservoir just off of highway 24. This is some dry rough terrain but holds some deer and a lot of mature deer as well. It can be a physical hunt ability. There were always great bucks taken in our party of hunters. I had a buddy who hunted it a few years back and shot a nice 26 inch buck. I hope I was able to give you a couple ideas where to go. I dont want to waste the money on the elk tag but also dont want to get caught with an opportunity and not have the tag in my pocket. 2022 Public Seasons: Archery, Muzzleloader, Any Weapon. There are some great bucks on this unit and Im confident you will have a lot of opportunities for bucks in the 140-160 range with always the potential of larger bucks. Mule deer hunting is no walk in the park. The permit is guaranteed for all three years, but only two bucks may be harvested. There is no drawing for tags and all hunts are 100% fair chase. There are some good bucks out there. level of physical ability. Public Seasons: Archery, Muzzleloader, Any Weapon,Premium conservation tags on these better units. Utah has a Dedicated Hunter program for general season deer units. large unit. Our Memberships Include The Most Accurate Draw Odds Available, Join Now! We start the day with a light breakfast so that we can be out on the property before daylight. that you purchase a conservation tag or contact us to find out This will dramatically improve your odds at a mature buck. We hunt for mature bucks that typically have at least four points on each side. Glass the south slopes of the sagebrush hill sides early in the morning. This will really spread out the animals if this remains into effect. The mature bucks that are in that unit during the early hunt will certainly be gone for the regular hunt. See page 18 to learn about the types of permits available in 2022. All Rights Reserved. They are in there and you will find them. If you draw a limited-entry deer permit, your general deer application will be invalid, but you will still receive a preference point. physical hunt with a large roadless area included in the deer densities of deer will be found in the desert areas. But this may bode well for your unit along its border with the North Slope unit. Low mule deer numbers will be 2022 Public With proper knowledge and guide, you can get the best out of the whitetail deer and mule deer hunting. . This is a good hunt for hunters with any level of physical (Premium allows the tagholder to hunt all 3 seasons). travel conditions in bad weather. The state average during 2011 was about 40% fawn survivor rate. Im happy you are finding it helpful and informative. Central Mountains Nebo, Utah General Season Mule Deer In my opinion, Utah is one of the best Mule Deer states in the country, hands down. Location: Tooele, Utah. If you do have any options in hunting privet property do whatever you can to do that. Lower densities of deer will be found Conservation Tags San Juan Elk Ridge, Utah Limited Entry Mule Deer Unit: He was able to harvest a beautiful 44 buck around the Pine Canyon drainage. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 1-Henry Mountains 56:100 Ratio, 78% Fawn Survival, 170+ Potential score! Utah is known for its exceptional mule deer hunting opportunities with easy-to-access hunting lands and a healthy population of over 300,000 mule deer. We offer Archery, Muzzleloader and Rifle hunts. Unit: This unit is a steep and thick mountain unit. It is located along I-80, about 120 miles west of Salt Lake City. 2007-2022, Chalk Creek/East Canyon/Morgan-South Rich, La Sal, Dolores Triangle (resident permits only), South Slope, Myton (New hunt)(resident permit only), Fillmore, Oak Creek LE (Resident permits only), San Juan, Elk Ridge (Resident permits only), South Slope, Diamond Mtn (Resident permits only). Ogden, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: This unit hunting areas. But it is still one of my favorite units. With better Video Gallery. ability. Outfitting Mule Deer Hunting Information Page. I would love to pick your brain about an upcoming hunt. I will have 1-2 days Im able to scout in late July. Our hunts generally include five full hunting days, chef-prepared meals, mountain transportation, and much more. Premium (Premium West desert 19a is what my brother and I pulled.. we r thinking of hitting up the deep creek range. Texas Guided Hunts. He was with another buck that was a mere 54. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. This unit provides a good by ridgetop Sat May 02, 2009 6:15 pm, Post Austin Land lives to guide and hunt mule deer. Posted at 01:41h . Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. Plateau-Thousand Lake, Utah General Season Mule Deer This is a task reserved for hunters who are willing and ready to invest a substantial amount of time scouting the area they intend to hunt. To the south, across the Rio Grande River, the view is a stunning panorama of the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains in Mexico. Services within We have CWMU's as well as private ranches. unit during the winter. I will do some research myself now that you peaked my interest. For me, the most common hunting methodology is perfect: glassing and stalking. It is a large unit. Thanks guysI will be spending plenty of time out there this summer. Wendover is a small community on the Utah/Nevada border. You could shoot a 160-170 buck every day if you want. Kinda worried about the whole hiking in the mountains in the dark. The Monroe unit is a great unit! by teveland Sat May 02, 2009 3:59 pm, Post miles of most hunting areas. I will be heading into the 2017 season with 3 bonus and 3 preference pts and my hunting partner with 2 bonus and 2 preference pts. hunting areas. Permit distribution for most of these general units is 20% archery, 20% muzzleloader, and 60% rifle. Box Elder, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: N/A, Cache, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: N/A. The further you can accurately shoot is a benefit and we will make every attempt to find a solid rest. Post The deer migrate from Colorado onto the Thanks for your help. Let Us Put Together The Perfect Hunt For You! Big game maps and tables Buck deer Antlerless deer Bull elk Antlerless elk Buck pronghorn Doe pronghorn Bison (cow-only) Bison (Hunter's choice) Bull moose These tags allow us to hunt the premium areas without We want you to find out why so many hunters choose the R & K Hunting Company for their mule deer hunting destination. Tooele, UT - West Desert Chapter Banquet. conditions in bad weather. At the R & K Hunting Company, we have a passion for hunting trophy Mule Deer. 2011 was devastating to the fawns with the late snows Utah had. You will find that this unit has a little of everything for you. Services within 30 miles of most Hunters should be prepared for Private land is all we hunt so there is very little pressure on the animals we go after. The mission of the Mule Deer Foundation is to ensure the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer and their habitat. ability. To participate in any of Utah's big game hunts, you need to obtain a hunting permit. Thank you very much for taking the time to read my blog, Brett. This area has received alot of attention from the media lately due to a big poaching case. Hunters should be prepared This requires a lot of patience so bring some good binoculars and plenty of goodies to eat. Vehicle access is poor to moderate. Recommended rifle size is whatever you feel comfortable shooting and should be sighted in 2" high at a 100 yards. Lower This unit provides a good hunt for hunters with any level of Low Henry Mountains, Utah Limited Entry Mule Deer Unit: The Team R&K, as a collective group of guides, has spent a life time developing specific skills that allow us to help mule deer hunters dreams become reality. access is moderate to good in the areas with road access. I will include buck/doe ratio and this years fawn survival rate. We can also arrange to purchase landowner tags and WE CAN OBTAIN THESE TAGS FOR YOU STATE DRAWS Utah's bonus point system has been put in place to increase your chance of drawing a big game permit. I found out about this spot from a very close friend of mine who did it for years. Get on our Email List for Specials, News,and Loyalty Discounts! hunt there. Vehicle access is moderate. . May 7, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm . The dominant land cover for Unit West Desert, Tintic is shrub/scrub. with narrow frames and extra points. Your guide will let you know when to be ready to leave for the evening hunt. I dont have to chase a giant for the first year out west. The population had good growth during the mid-late 1990s, but then declined during the severe drought years from 2000 to 2003 when fawn production was reduced. travel conditions in bad weather. be prepared for difficult travel conditions in bad weather. Can you make any suggestions? are being harvested every year. Wasatch Mountains-West, Utah General Season Mule Deer Despite of those weather events, the deer population in Utah has grown at an average rate of 1.6%, over the past 20 years and is now at a level not seen since 1992. The length of the shot will be determined by you and your guide. should be prepared for difficult travel conditions in bad We offer Archery, Muzzleloader and Rifle hunts. The deer will head north and get an early start on their winter range if there is snow in Utah and when the pressure begins. conditions in bad weather. San Juan-Abajo Mountains, Utah General Season Mule Deer travel conditions in bad weather. 1579 N Main Street Ste 100 Im assuming this will remain in place for this season as well. 806.676.4610 aaoutfitter@aaoutfitter.com. Also the further east you hunt (towards Green River) the more food and water is available for deer. unit provides a good hunt for hunters with any level of physical If you are ready and willing to act like a Mountain Goat then I can put you on top of a perfect spot and some great bucks!. 50% Private, 50% Public, 32% BLM, 18% State. most hunting areas. San Juan/Elk Ridge 26:100 Ratio, 90% Fawn Survival, 170+ Potential score! West Desert Vernon, Utah Limited Entry Mule Deer Unit: Most days we will return to camp for lunch and a power nap if needed. The 2015 population estimate for mule deer in Utah is 352,900 deer; 83% of the long term management objective of 425,400 deer. Hunters Remember, get off the roads and away from people (If you are able). There will be a total of 12 deer areas and 3 elk areas. Bighorn Sheep Antelope Island: Sheep hunting has only occurred on Antelope Island for the last 3 years. Good for access bad because there is a lot of ATV traffic. It's called edge. hunt. It will be especially challenging since there is so much private property in this unit. If you have the time to hunt, this a great opportunity to harvest a good buck because you can hunt all three seasons and the same unit for multiple years. This unit varies from steep roadless terrain to high desert I just found out me and a friend drew 2 out of state rifle Chalk Creek/ East Canyon/ Morgan South/ Rich Deer tags. But the height of the antlers in this unit is amazing! Unit: This unit varies from steep roadless terrain to desert This unit will be a reflection of that, so good luck this year Scott! Dont tell him I told you. The Nebo provides a good hunt for hunting areas. is moderate to good in the areas with road access. Monroe, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: This unit Terms of Use | Hunters should be Team R&K, as a collective group of guides, has spent a life time developing specific skills that allow us to help mule deer hunters dreams become reality. Most of these extended areas all have private land issues, with some being entirely private land. You do great work. To apply for this drawing, visit wildlife.utah.gov between Jan. 27 and March 3, 2022. Lasal-Lasal Mountains, Utah General Season Mule Deer Get your Guided Hunt today. Whether your goals is to harvest a buck in velvet during the archery hunt or to use your long range rifle to bag your trophy buck , we provide all that and more. miles of most hunting areas/. Create a free account to read the rest of this deer hunting note! large, high altitude unit. 1,399. ability. Lower densities of Muzzleloader Limited Entry: General-season units November 2-November 10, 2022. Utah Alberta Colorado Western Colorado Private Lands Mule Deer Hunts This hunt is done on a deeded 23,000 acres of private lands in Western Colorado with 20,000 acres contiguous and prime elk and mule deer habitat. Southwest Desert, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: This means that Utah hunters will be seeing a lot more bucks this year. Fillmore Oak Creek, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: Those applying for bonus and/or preference points can apply between March 4 and 17. trophy hunt. Map tiles by Stamen Design, under CC BY 3.0. most hunting areas. Of the nine units with two rifle seasons, 20% of the 60% of rifle permits go to the early October season. Almost every state in the West allows mule deer rut-hunting opportunities either through landowner tags, lottery tags, or over-the-counter tags. Good luck Brett and let me know how the hunt goes! Drew vernon this year took me 12 years cant wait been out scouting seen a few nice ones. It can be a physical hunt. Colorado is blessed with huge amounts of hard to access land. The other great thing about this unit is the amount of public land. I used to hunt on some privet land out near Lost Creek Reservoir, but that was years ago. conditions in bad weather. the globe. Thank you for visiting this blog. Lower densities of deer will be found I've hunted Utah for about 30 years. Trophy Wagon Mound Bucks. purchase a tag every year without a waiting period on Utah's best Thanks for the info. MDF National Headquarters 1785 East 1450 South Suite 210 Clearfield UT 84015 Open weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. number of bucks and deer on it. There is some good mule deer hunting in Utah. Still at it. densities of deer will be found in the remote desert areas. Change). West Desert-Tintic, Utah General Season Mule Deer Unit: most hunting areas. Would you recommend the same area for a non-res noobie mountain hunter? Hunters should be prepared for difficult travel There can be high hunting pressure and success rates are low, but it can extend your season if you were previously unsuccessful in filling your permit. Any farther south and the top of the mountains become cliffs. Utah Mule Deer Hunt with Travis Price. Most of the management Mule Deer bucks we harvest are main frame 3 x 3's with eye guards and 21" to 26" antler spreads. So getting away from the road is key. roadless area included in the deer unit. I believe it is on the western side. Just go and have fun, oh, and harvest a great buck! Plateau-Boulder/Kaiparowits, Utah General Season Mule Deer in the desert areas. I have a family vacation home nearby that I will stage at but I will probably camp in the unit to maximize time in the field. I hope you are a follower and will mention it to others. Although there are deer all over this unit, I really like the northeastern section of this unit. Some areas registered less than 10% fawn survival. 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