If outside of wilderness you may drive cross country to retrieve your animal. Great Buffalo viewing areas a couple miles north of park entry, If your Lucky. New Harvest Thresholds When the number of harvested mountain lions reaches the threshold, that zone closes to the additional harvest of mountain lions at sundown the Wednesday immediately following. Lost Canyon Hunts. Come prepared for all types of weather. Areas: Most of the desert bighorn sheep in unit 12BE are found within the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness Area. Seems like an expensive camping and hiking excursion in a beautiful part of the country with good friends and maybe a random elk. This is my first year being drawn for elk and got a tag for all 12 and 13 units for any elk and this tag is good until April of '19. Chukar are not numerous anywhere in Kanab Creek or its associated drainages. Notice: Archery deer hunters Unit 12B and 12B West are not an open area for over-the-counter tag holders since 2008. Studies have shown that the Paunsaugunt deer arrive in Unit 12B in mid-October through early November, extending southward about 8 miles into Arizona. Older age "mature" bulls are taken on a regular basis. Bureau of Land Management, AZ Strip Field Office 435 688-3200 The Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. The elevation in this area ranges from approximately 1,650' on the plateau region to 8,028' on Mount Trumbull. At least it's at a discounted price. The Warm Springs and Nail Canyon areas in 12AW and the Cocks Combs area in 12AE are good starting points. It was an early October hunt and the rut would be winding down but not over. Grouse, like squirrels, appear to be most active early in the morning but walking throughout the day can result in flushed birds. Blue Grouse, Kaibab Squirrel, Merriams Turkey, Mountain Lion, Mule Deer. Elevations range from approximately 4,000 in Glen Canyon to 7,000 on the Paria Plateau. Keep movements to a minimum, scan the surrounding area constantly, and listen for turkey vocalizations. On National Park Service lands, camping is restricted to designated areas. Depending on the amount of snow fall, Pigeon Canyon and Gunsight Point to the west are generally best after early November. I will get my elk tag, hope for a turkey tag, and chase the best looking squirrels anywhere, The Kaibab. The Alternative Deer Management Plan provides the guidelines for which decisions on hunt recommendations are made. Areas: Concentrate your efforts on the southeast side of the Plateau in sub-unit 12AE. Many hunters go home disappointed that they did not see big bucks on the early hunt, but every hunter should do their homework and know what they should expect on a hunt before setting high expectations. Humphreys Peak is the highest point in Arizona, sitting at 12,637 feet in elevation, and it is a dormant volcano. Shooting from a vehicle and from the roadway is also prohibited. Use common sense; dont take shortcuts as they often take a lot longer than the more sensible route. As indicated by checkstation records, the average mature buck produced by the Kaibab is a 3-5 year old 23-25 four point. These areas are open to foot and horseback travel only. The deeply eroded terrain is characterized by many protruding rock formations, with the massive sandstone Vermilion Cliffs dominating the landscape. Check stock tanks for elk use (tracks) prior to the season. Also look for turkey scratch, those locations where flocks of turkeys have been feeding and have disturbed the litter layer of the forest floor. If you end up wanting to take a camping trip and see the Grand Canyon then 12A is a great spot. Worst case you get to explore az with some friends! Https://www.azgfd.com/Hunting/Questionnaires/. The grouse season in the fall provides a beautiful time to camp on the Kaibab and an inability to locate grouse is a great excuse for enjoying some of the finest scenery and weather Arizona has to offer. Arizona Mule Deer, Elk & Antelope Hunts. Unit 12A continues to provide the turkey hunter and/or wildlife enthusiast a unique opportunity to observe Merriam's Turkeys. JavaScript is disabled. If frost has cured out the summer range forage and some cold weather has struck, concentrate your efforts in the pinyon/juniper areas and even farther out in the sage and open canyon country. Learn More. Overview: Chukar Partridge is an overlooked game bird in this unit. Forage quality and snowfall will push the deer to the lower winter range. Unit 12A continues to provide the turkey hunter and/or wildlife enthusiast a unique opportunity to observe Merriams Turkeys. Overview: This unit is primarily winter range for migratory deer from both the North Kaibab Plateau in Arizona and from the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah. . Grand Canyon National Park, North Rim 928 638-7870 Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. Elevations vary from 3,000' to more than 9,200', with a large plateau, the Kaibab, comprising a majority of the unit. Well, I wasn't, but welcome to AHT to you also! Some say the great days of the Kaibab are past, others maintain things are as good or better than ever, and still others claim things will be great in the future. If I draw a 12A deer tag I will be there around Labor Day. Mistakes are painful or expensive or both. A relatively constant output of trophy quality deer has been evident, throughout the history of the plateau, as demonstrated by a recent analysis of the Arizona Record book. I'm not at all familiar with the area but read on azgfd that the population is super low. From the North: U.S. Hwy 89 These early hunts can be difficult because the deer are typically located in areas of formidable cover and are not easily located or glassed. For a resident, it only takes ~9-10 bonus point to be guaranteed an archery tag in 5B South, likewise for 5B North. We do offer some one day scouting packages for Javelina, Mule Deer, Coues deer and elk in units 22, 23, 24B, 37A, 37B. Less pressure o grow big? If there are any elk they migrate down from Utah and move south until the canyon stops them. Note: The state line is only marked at dirt road crossings. Excellent recruitment and low winter mortality for the past two years has lead to population levels similar to the early 90s. A total of 52 desert bighorn sheep were transplanted in the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs area in 1984 and 1985 from unit 15B near Lake Mead. Beginning at U.S. Hwy 89A and the Kaibab National Forest boundary near mp 566; southerly and easterly along the forest boundary to Grand Canyon National Park; southerly and westerly along the park boundary to Kanab Creek; northerly along Kanab Creek to Snake Gulch; northerly, easterly and southerly around the Kaibab National Forest boundary to U.S. Hwy 89A near mp 566. Read about advertising on huntscore here. Many come with visions of 32 wide racks with multiple points per side, still others are happy with a tender yearling forkhorn. Once a track is located the hounds are released and the lion is pursued until treed. Watching waterholes that have turkey sign around them provide the turkey hunter with the best opportunity to bag a bearded turkey during this often dry time of the year. Areas: As stated earlier, concentrate your efforts in areas with large Ponderosa Pine trees and focus your observation skills on the forest floor. If you plan on hunting in higher elevation, as a rule of thumb, expect the tempture to decrease roughly 5 for every 1000' in elevation gain. Finally, mule deer throughout their range are altering their behavior as hunting pressure increases. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. Watching waterholes that have turkey sign around them provide the turkey hunter with the best opportunity to bag a bearded turkey during this often dry time of the year. John is that a unit that can produce a monster bull? Enjoy the natural splendor of the Kaibab Plateau, revel in your good fortune at having a tag, but most of all be a responsible sportsman and represent our sport in the best manner possible. Bring binoculars and spotting scopes. The majority of elk in this unit are located on National Forest lands in the southern part of the unit. It is common to observe bighorns in locations where it is not possible to recover them. Toggle between terrain, satellite, and topographic views, 1st choice license applications and licenses drawn, Draw odds for resident and nonresident applicants, Harvest stats by hunt_code, manner, season, sex, type, Average # of days between precip or snow event, Probability of other weather events (thunder, hail, etc) by by month. This area is very isolated and will require 4-wheel drive for the soft sandy roads. These hunts take place in late November or early December. The Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. Its going to be HOT, if all else fails and you put in little effort, you could come away with a new pair of rattle snake boots! First, on an archery hunt dont bother with pinyon/juniper areas unless it has snowed (not likely). Areas: It may be hard to believe but the likelihood of running into an older age class buck, as near as the author can tell, is just about equal almost anywhere on the plateau. Important Note: (See unit description under Unit Boundaries) 12BW includes the Buckskins to the north of the Kaibab and the west side winter range including Pigeon Canyon and Gunsight Point. Areas: The Buckskin Mountains in the central portion of the unit contains the highest densities of deer and is best to hunt after mid-October. But if you go, Good Luck!!!! It is recommended that hunters do not apply for this hunt in the draw but rather purchase the tags at a significant discount as left over tags. Beginning at U.S. Hwy 89A and the Kaibab Naitonal Forest boundary near mp 566; southerly and easterly along the forest boundary to Grand Canyon National Park; southerly and westerly along the park boundary to Kanab Creek; northerly along Kanab Creek to Snake Gulch; northerly, easterly and southerly around the Kaibab National Forest boundary to U.S. Hwy 89A near mp 566. Grouse often flush at close range in thick cover so be prepared for quick shooting. Areas: Any areas with concentrations of deer or sheep often have lions associated with them. Areas: Any areas with concentrations of deer often have lions associated with them. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? Elk seasons are described in the pronghorn antelope and elk regulations. Learn more, 2018 Bison Hunter Packet 2017 Spring/Summer bison clinic video 2017 Fall bison clinic video. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. As the season progresses mule deer bucks on the plateau become more and more secretive. The units we hunt in Arizona: Units 6,8,10,12a,17,19,20,23. During the winter months access to areas within 12A can be extremely limited, even nonexistent. JM. During the winter months, access to areas within Unit 12 can be extremely limited, even nonexistent. Also, several lions are sighted each year by hunters glassing canyons and watching waters. Pronghorn are also found along the edge of the plateau in the pinyon-juniper transition zone. 12A includes the Kaibab plateau that actually starts in southern Utah and rising up to the south to 9300+ ft. Post not marked as liked . One . Hunters interested in purchasing an elk tag should be aware that this unit has few elk and is considered a limited opportunity hunt. 661 leftover tags for a reason. The current population estimate is around 250 bighorn sheep. The lion population in Unit 12 is a migratory population of rought 60-80 animals with the lions essentially following the deer herd as it migrates from summer to winter ranges. Major Cities and Towns in or Near Game Management Unit and Nearest Gas, Food, and Lodging The squirrel is dark in color, has tufted ears, and has a large white bushy tail. The nature of early archery hunts dictates that most successful hunters will need to be physically fit enough to hike 3-5 miles a day in terrain ranging from 4800-7800 feet in elevation. . Traveling off established roads is prohibited throughout House Rock Valley on BLM and Wilderness land. Bachelor herds are typically broken up by this hunt and bucks can be relatively evenly distributed throughout the plateau. The AZ/UT state line on a GPS unit is N37 00.0 latitude. Being prepared on this hunt is even more crucial than on the early hunt. Forest road 68G accesses Tule Mesa, and forest road 68 access the Pine Mountain Wilderness. Before each hunting trip, verify that the zone is still open, by calling 877-438-0447 or checking online: view harvest thresholds and zone closures. Grouse, like squirrels, appear to be most active early in the morning but walking throughout the day can result in flushed birds. Areas: During the spring turkey hunt significant winter snowfall can affect access and often dictates hunting locations. Enjoy the natural splendor of the Kaibab Plateau, revel in your good fortune at having a tag, relish the fact that a huge deer is a possibility, but most of all be a responsible sportsman and represent our sport in the best manner possible. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region II 928 774-5045 Cold nights are the norm in all seasons, specially in non summer months. Arizona units down on the border can also provide some good mule deer hunting. This area will provide an excellent opportunity for archery and early season general deer hunters for the foreseeable future. Cross country travel is not allowed on BLM lands. With continued and persistent drought the woody winter browse in 12AW has been less than productive for the past several years and as result concerns over the carrying capacity of this vital range are warranted. Concentrate on areas that are more inaccessible. The effects of the 58,000 acre Warm Fire during the summer of 2006 appear to be largely positive for the foreseeable future with an incredible aspen, forb, and grass response being noted. The average age of a buck harvested on the late hunts has climbed from just over two years of age to over 4 years of age in the past several years, yearling buck weights have stabilized at an acceptable level in recent years and as a result antler development has been excellent. Hunters can report their mountain lion harvest in person, by telephone at 1-877-438-0447, or online. During December, sheep are generally found at lower elevations on the talus slopes below the steep cliff faces. The Kaibab Plateau ranges from 6,000' to 9,200'; vegetation consists of ponderosa pine, mixed conifer, and aspen. This area will provide an excellent opportunity for archery and early season general deer hunters for the foreseeable future. Although this herd is only estimated to have around 100 animals, the herd appears to be fairly stable. If you are fortunate enough to receive a coveted 12B deer or sheep tag, you might consider purchasing a mountain lion tag before heading to the Unit. There are 1,685 limited opportunity general (rifle) elk tags available in units all over Arizona. Often roosting turkeys will respond to these calls giving a hunter a location to begin the mornings hunt. We hunt a variety of units in Arizona. Walking and stalking in areas determined by scouting to hold bachelor herds of bucks can be exciting and productive. Areas: The Buckskin Mountains in the central portion of the unit contains the highest densities of deer and is best to hunt after mid-October. There are many stock tanks located throughout House Rock Valley and the antelope herds tend to center their activities on these water sources depending on the frequency of summer monsoons. Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. BOOK YOUR HUNT. Well thanks everyone for all the quick responses and for mostly confirming my suspicions. I'd go the end of September into early October. Being prepared on this hunt is even more crucial than on the early hunt. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! The short story is that at several west side springs where I expected to find rubs and wallows, there were none. Some say the great days of the Kaibab are past, others maintain things are as good or better than ever, and still others claim things will be great in the future. The elevation in this area ranges from 3,000' to 7,000'; vegetation ranges from riparian cottonwood-willow and salt cedar along the Gila River, to Chihuahuan Desert in the lower elevations a Elk hunting in this unit can be extremely difficult due to the terrain. The Department reminds hunters that bison within these hunt areas are at low densities or may not be present during the hunt. That is a huge area to even begin to scout. So yes its possible, but not likely. Waterhole hunting becomes less productive as frost begins to supply the need for water. Overview: Unit 12A, world famous for the Kaibab Deer Herd, is also home to one of the premier turkey populations in the state of Arizona. Practice with a flat shooting rifle at longer distances before the hunt begins. Arizona Unit 8 Elk Hunting. Most of the scouting packages we offer are two days. Remember, we hunt for the experience. Elevations vary from 3,000' to more than 9,200', with a large plateau, the Kaibab, comprising a majority of the unit. Proactive management steps in the form of an Alternative Management Plan and a large scale habitat improvement project in cooperation with the USFS have been taken by the Arizona Game and Fish Department in order to maintain a favorable buck:doe ratio, increase the representation of older age bucks in the population, ensure long term high quality habitat, and provide for greater hunt success. As the fall progresses the deer become more and more secretive. Make sure that you can access the area before taking the shot. Dont be a statistic. The Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. If you are fortunate enough to receive a coveted 12A or 12B deer tag you might consider purchasing a mountain lion tag before heading to the units. Bachelor herds are typically broken up by this hunt and bucks can be relatively evenly distributed throughout the plateau. Four-wheel drive, chains, shovels, and winches can keep you hunting instead of being stuck for a day. With conditions slowly improving in the burned area of 12AW, and with the initiation of a landscape scale habitat restoration effort, the outlook for the Kaibab deer herd is indeed very optimistic. Also, Jacobs Lake is about 30 minutes from the canyon and a great spot to camp. I am just curious ,my first thoughts were not many bulls but maybe big? By this time of year the deer are visiting water in the dark. Northern half of the unit is ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forest, rolling hills, and high mountains. Hunters purchasing an elk tag should be aware that this unit has very few elk and is considered a limited opportunity hunt. Occasionally, depending on rainfall and the availability of forage, coveys can be found in some of the shallow drainages along Kanab Creek. Mature grouse average between 2 and 4 pounds of succulent white meat and provide delicious table fare. Most of the land we provide drop camps on are public land, however, we do offer hunts that have private land access for an additional cost. This is a small resident herd and is not part of the deer that migrate from Paunsaugunt or the Kaibab. Chukars are generally found within the lower 8 or 9 miles of Paria Canyon, along the rim of the Paria Plateau, and at spring sources along the Vermilion Cliffs. Good boots, parkas, and camping gear can make or break your hunt. It is the hunters responsibility to know where they are and the state line is patrolled heavily by both Utah and Arizona law enforcement. The Bureau of Land Management, Arizona Strip District, 345 E. Riverside Drive, St. George, Utah, 84770, phone (435) 688-3200 manages the majority of unit 12B. However, locating and harvesting an antlerless deer is likely to become more challenging as these animals become more educated about two-legged visitors to the plateau. Overview: Antelope in Hunt Units 12A/12B are found primarily in House Rock Valley on the east side of the Kaibab Plateau in the grassland/desert scrub. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. . As the crow flies its not more than 50 miles to the north end of the Kaibab plateau. From the East: U.S. Hwy 89A Public land and private land percentages can sometime be misleading. Want to hunt as soon as 1-3 years? Boaters on Lake Powell should check wind advisories daily and exercise caution near tour boat wakes. Deer from the North Kaibab start migrating northward to merge with the Utah deer in early-November. If you are fortunate enough to draw one of the most sought after deer tags in the United States come to the Kaibab with realistic expectations and remember, we hunt for the experience. 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