RESPECT the wishes of private property owners. I'm kind of discouraged and think I may have just wasted my money. Prompt cooling of the carcass is a must for maintaining the quality of the meat. Hunters should concentrate their efforts at these times. The road to Powers Hill involves a difficult 2-hour drive (4WD ONLY NO TRAILERS) from Klondyke along FS road 96. Arizona has fantastic mule deer habitat, although from region to region it might look vastly different. The bottomlands along upper Aravaipa Creek is privately owned, permission is required before hunting these areas. China Peak This area includes Paddys River north to China Peak. A good portion of the Bonita area is private land interspersed with State Trust lands. As always, areas with high deer numbers also have the highest number of hunters. Hunting unit scouting and maps for the unguided and DIY Elk, Mule Deer, Coues Deer, Javelina and Bear hunter in the great state of ARIZONA. Allen Flat and Steele Hills On average 400 mule deer are observed during post-hunt surveys with a buck to doe ratio of 8-10 bucks for every 100 does. Hunt success averages around 24 percent. The area east of Mammoth is choked with prickly pear cactus; excellent javelina habitat. Hunter numbers will be considerably lower than in the high dove density areas. Elk Hunting; Antelope Hunting; Whitetail Deer; Shed Hunting; Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Here is a couple bucks we took last year in 31. Teran Basin and Ridge Javelina can be found throughout most of the unit in the 3,000 5,000 foot elevation range. AZGF hunting license can be purchase and you can apply for the AZ draw on online at www.azgfd.gov website. Currently the AGFD have been monitoring desert bighorn sheep habitat use, therefore you might see sheep with either red or purple ear tags as well as some with GPS radio collars. Topographic and Forest Service maps are recommended. Overview: Whitetail deer can be found in the higher elevations throughout the unit. Posted at 01:41h . SPECIAL NOTICE: Due to vandalism and lack of respect for private property, access through private lands on the Mercer Ranch (Bunker Hill Road) is denied. We have hunted Javi's there lower elavation but never coues deer thanks Jul 9, 2020 #2 BowWalker Newbie Joined Jul 9, 2020 Messages 8 Location Taking time to observe a bear lessens the chances of harvesting a female with cubs. On average 400 mule deer are observed during post-hunt surveys with a buck to doe ratio of 8-10 bucks for every 100 does. Access to all three of these roads is along River Road east of the San Pedro River. Don't miss it! No reports of elk have been reported in these areas or in the Unit over the last several years. Other areas to look for whitetail are the canyons and drainages along the west side of the Galiuros between Redfield and Kielberg Canyons. RESPECT the wishes of private property owners. NOTICE: Due to land ownership patterns, many access routes leading to public and State Trust Lands in Southeastern Arizona cross privately owned lands. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. Rattlesnake Mesa and Long Hollow roads are accessed from the Klondyke-Bonita road, between the Safford turnoff and Klondyke store. Through the Sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. The sandhill crane hunting closure in the Whitewater Draw area is within the following described boundaries: beginning at the junction of Coffman and Davis roads; south on Coffman Road to Bagby Road; west along the Bagby Road alignment to the intersection of Bagby and posted portions of the Alamo Ranch; north to the boundary with that portion of the Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area in Section 30, Township 12 South, Range 26 East; west along the posted portion of the Wildlife Area to Frontier Road; north on Frontier Road to Davis Road; east on Davis Road to the point of origin. There is no longer access to the Little Dragoon Mountains and Tres Alamos Wash from Johnson Road. Access to Powers Garden from Powers Hill involves approximately a 3 hour hike of 4 miles up the Rattlesnake Canyon trail. Winchester Mountains The west side of the range provides some whitetail hunting in upper Davis, Caruthers, Rattlesnake and Javelina Canyons. Muleshoe Ranch The Muleshoe Ranch is owned and operated by The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Bonita Area For hunts in Unit 10, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has entered into a Landowner Compact Agreement with the Perrin Ranch located in the eastern portion of . Access into these areas is along the Three-Links Road off of Pomerene Road from the San Pedro River or from Airport Road out of Willcox. The Rattlesnake Mesa Road can access Horse Mountain. Click for Terrain Detail. Some good areas to locate mule deer include the Mesas, the lower elevations along Ash Creek and between High Creek and the Eureka Black Hills. Most hunters harvest their birds from these areas. A Forest Service map of the Winchester and Galiuro Mountains would be helpful in determining land status. Taking time to observe a bear lessens the chances of harvesting a female with cubs. Citations will be issued for trespassing on private lands. My sister-in-law on the first hunt and my daughter on the late hunt (same tag as you bigsky2). Overview: Javelina numbers in Unit 32 appear to be stable. Overview: Pronghorn antelope can be found in two major areas within the unit. The Arizona Coues deer, also known as mule deer, are found primarily in the state's southeastern mountains, but they can also be found on the Mogollon Rim and in the White Mountains. Teran and Sierra Blanca can be accessed through Teran Wash, across from the Sun Station Store near Cascabell. Opportunities for a wilderness hunting experience exist in the Galiuro Mountains. Home. One is the Tres Alamos Wash, a 4wd road via the Pomerene road or off of the 3-Links Ranch Road. During the October and November hunts, whitetail activity is generally restricted to the early morning and late evening hours. Scuba Certification; Private Scuba Lessons; Scuba Refresher for Certified Divers; Try Scuba Diving; Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) Access to private, state and public lands can only be maintained through the cooperation of landowners/lessees and outdoor recreationalists. A lot of the San Pedro River is private property and virtually no public access to the lands that are public, therefore hunting turkeys along this corridor would be very difficult. Midday activity is more common during the rut in late December and January. The most popular access is Deer Creek that has a primitive campsite with horse corrals. Recommend glassing the side drainages along Rattlesnake, Squaw and Bottle Canyons. Allen Flat is typical of open grassland. A good portion of the Bonita area is private land interspersed with State Trust lands. A good landownership map is extremely useful in locating state land sections on the edges of farm fields, there are also landownership programs available for use in handheld GPS units (Global Positioning Systems). Other areas to look for whitetail are the canyons and drainages along the west side of the Galiuros between Redfield and Kielberg Canyons. Be sure you are familiar with areas on and around the Willcox Playa and Whitewater Draw Wildlife Areas that are closed to Crane hunting. Access into Wood Canyon, Black Canyon and Paddys River is through FS 693. Overview: The Unit provides some opportunities for hunting of Sandhill Cranes. A long hike or an overnight camp is the best bet to hunt the China Peak area. Overview: Mule deer are distributed throughout the unit at elevations usually below 5400. Access into the area is through the 3-Links Road from the San Pedro River or Airport Road from Willcox, then turn north on Muleshoe Road. Having an alternative camping spot is advisable. 6629 W Range Mule Dr is located in Phoenix, Arizona in the 85083 zip code. - (2020) A big fire burned a large portion of the of unit 33 in 2020. Recommend contacting local landowners and obtaining a US Forest Service map of the Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status in this area. The most abundant of them are found in areas with predictable spring and summer precipitation. You can shed hunt for coues deer, mule deer, and elk. Maverick Mountain and Rhodes Peak can be accessed through Rhodes Ranch Road (Schoenholzer Canyon). Hunt success during the general and HAM seasons averages 15-20 percent. Areas: Powers Garden in Rattlesnake Canyon and Hookers Cabin in Redfield Canyon are the most popular camping spots. There may be access restrictions onto the YLE Ranch and Tom Rhodes Ranch road. Research the latest Arizona Mule Deer Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 32. There are several 4wd roads up the canyons and along the ridge tops from the Muleshoe Road. Vegetation consists of Sonoran Desert near San Manuel, riparian communities along Aravaipa Creek and the San Pedro River, desert grasslands near Bonita, oak woodland at mid-elevation ranges, and coniferous forests at highest elevations. SPECIAL NOTICE: There is no longer public access to State Trust or Forest Service lands through the Long Hollow or Rattlesnake Mesa access point. Having an alternative camping spot is advisable. Overview: Black bears are found in most of the drainages of the Galiuro Mountains and to a lesser degree in the Winchester Mountains. Through the Sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. Places to look for whitetail deer would be upper Copper Creek, Sombrero Butte-Mercer Ranch, Maverick Mountain and Rhodes Peak. 1055. Mule Deer - General; Archery/Bowhunting - Big Game; Rifle Hunting - Big Game; Muzzleloader Hunting - Big Game; Shooting, Reloading, etc. . Citations will be issued for trespassing on posted private land. To aid in identifying land status and land marks, I recommend obtaining a Forest Service Map of the Coronado National Forests Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management. Access into this area is along Fort Grant Road north of Willcox or west along Rt. Javelina can be found in the Klondyke area, although not in the numbers that occurred 20 years ago. Areas: Sunset Loop The Ash Creek and High Creek areas are popular mule deer and whitetail hunting areas. Javelina activity is dictated more by temperature, wind and rain or snow than any other game animal. The most popular access is Deer Creek that has a primitive campsite with horse corrals. These are ongoing habitat improvement projects to restore native grasslands for Pronghorn Antelope and Scaled Quail in the Bonita Area in cooperation with local land owners, AZ State Land Department, Natural Resource Conservation Service and the AGFD. Areas to check would be Copper Creek Road, Bunker Hill Road (Mercer Road) and Rhodes Ranch Road. Upper Redfield and Cherry Spring Canyons do not have high densities of whitetail deer, but a few bucks can be located. Hunters should hunt along washes with good mesquite cover or in mesquite thickets. NOTICE: Due to land ownership patterns, many access routes leading to public and State Trust Lands in Southeastern Arizona cross privately owned lands. If you go to the ranch, on a map find water then study the area around it as there are restrictions to proximity to watering holes. This area can be access from Fort Grant road out of Willcox or SR 266 from SR 199 south of Safford. Antlered mule deer. email alerts about weather, fire, drought and information from around the web impacting Deer hunting in Game Management Unit 32 in Arizona. Current mule deer numbers across the state . Fair numbers of birds occur in both North and South Ash Creek, Oak Creek, Harrison and High Creek. No quads or side by sides and a $65 fee keep some people away. Higher concentrations of bears may occur in the drainages on the eastside of the Galiuro Mountains during times of normal to above normal forage productions with high concentrations of bears occurring on the Westside during times of low to below normal forage production. Most of the land in this area is private property. Overview: Mule deer can be found throughout most of the unit. There are whitetail bucks to be found by the persistent hunter. Normally between 12 and 16 herds are observed during post-hunt surveys with an average herd size of 8-10 animals. Look for stock tanks on State land east of the river. Home; Products. Some Cranes will also roost on stock tanks after feeding and before returning to their night-roost sites so some hunters have found success in puddle jumping the tanks or setting on those tanks waiting for them to come in. This unit may be a good choice for hunters trying to get away from the crowd. There has been high bear activity reported in the Powers Garden area along Rattlesnake Canyon. Allen Flat This is another popular area for mule deer and consequently has some of the higher hunter densities. RESPECT the wishes of private landowners; obtain permission to hunt on private land. Overview: Unit 32 is included in an over-the-counter elk season. Many of the land owners do not allow hunting, permission to hunt on private land should be obtained in advance during preseason outings. Higher concentrations of bears may occur in the drainages on the eastside of the Galiuro Mountains during times of normal to above normal forage productions with high concentrations of bears occurring on the Westside during times of low to below normal forage production. There is a road that goes through Mammoth and heads up into the Galiuro Mts. Winchester Mountains 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. The units we hunt in Arizona: Units 6,8,10,12a,17,19,20,23 Learn More Full Guided hunts SPECIAL NOTICE: There are few to no public access routes on the east side of the Winchester Mountains. A successful hunt should not be based exclusively upon harvesting an animal. Some areas to find whitetail deer include the higher elevations of North and South Ash Creeks, North and South Oak Creeks, High Creek, upper Wood and Black Canyon and try upper and lower Paddys River. Both bucks scored over 100" which was super cool as I haven't killed a WT over 100". During the October and November hunts, whitetail activity is generally restricted to the early morning and late evening hours. Areas: Due to the large number of farm fields it can be difficult to predict where the birds will go to feed, scouting a day or two before your hunt is a must. Recommend obtaining a Forest Service map of the Coronado National Forest Services Safford Ranger District or a BLM map from the Bureau of Land Management to familiarize yourself with the land status of the area. Palomas and Kelsey areas can be accessed by a dirt road 1 mile north of the 3-Links turnoff along the San Pedro or Tres Alamos Wash north of the 3-Links Ranch. . Cherry Spring Canyon can be accessed by South Redfield Canyon Road or the Soza Mesa (Gamez) Road. Most promising areas will be between Pomerene and Cascabell or north of Mammoth. Steele Hills has fairly open rolling hills dotted with mesquite and yucca. Pack trips usually involve packing into Redfield or Rattlesnake canyons. When judging a bears size and age, larger bears will appear to have very small ears in relation to their head size. Bonita Area This area can be access from Fort Grant road out of Willcox or SR 266 from SR 199 south of Safford. . The north end of the unit has muleys above this level while the east and west side populations are below this mark. We hunted the Big Bo last year on my cow elk hunt. Winchester Mountains There is a BLM campground with restrooms in Klondyke. Bear activity and distribution can change quickly depending upon the seasonal abundance of food sources. There are whitetail bucks to be found by the persistent hunter. Upper Turkey Creek and South side of Aravaipa Canyon may also produce a few Javelina. Access into Turkey Creek is through Aravaipa Creek or 4-Mile Canyon. Hunters should hunt along washes with good mesquite cover or in mesquite thickets. The Long Hollow Road accesses Fourmile Peak. These areas experience high hunter densities. Contact us for any application or hunt questions. Request Tour (855) 522-1620 Send an Email Floor Plans 1 unit available 3 Bedrooms $2,395/mo 3 Bd, 2 Ba 1720 Sqft Contact Many game units in the state offer archery only non-permit tags that require no drawing. There are very little to no elk in this unit. Overview: Cottontails are most active early in the morning and late in the evening. The Arizona Mule Deer Organization is much more than just Mule Deer, the fact is we are extremely proactive in the development of future hunters, and we put a ton of volunteer hours and money into that cause. Typically Cranes will feed on cut corn fields but will often be found on alfalfa fields and the surrounding desert feeding on insects. Upper Redfield and Cherry Spring Canyons do not have high densities of whitetail deer, but a few bucks can be located. Once their feeding locations are determined, get permission from the landowner to hunt the field then set up in that field before dawn the following morning. Klondyke Little Dragoon Mountains Access to State Trust and Public lands is very limited in the Redington area. drought and information from around the web impacting Deer hunting in Game Management Unit 22 in Arizona. . Public access is open to Coronado National Forest lands in this area along the Sunset Loop road. During high fruit years, try the prickly pear areas and canyons on the Westside of the Galiuro Mountains east of Mammoth. When hunting near stock tanks, be sure to watch for cattle and allow them access to water. Cranes will typically roost at night at either the Departments Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, on the Willcox Playa Wildlife Area or a few birds may roost in large, shallow dirt tanks located throughout the unit. . Teran and Sierra Blanca can be accessed through Teran Wash, across from the Sun Station Store near Cascabell. Hunters should look for stock tanks on the surrounding State lands. Maverick Mountain and Rhodes Peak can be accessed through Rhodes Ranch Road (Schoenholzer Canyon). Time spent scouting, looking at and comparing different antelope bucks will increase the chances of harvesting a good buck. From the West: I-10, Pomerene Rd Overview: Pronghorn antelope can be found in two major areas within the unit. Bighorn sheep West Galiuros. There are numerous turkeys on the east end of Aravaipa Canyon but most of this is TNC private property until the mouth of Turkey Creek. A successful hunter will be in position to begin glassing before sunup and during the last minutes before sundown. This property accepts Zillow applications. Hunt success averages around 20 percent. SOLD FEB 17, 2023. fatality risks in accidents are reduced by what percentage. Access to upper Teran Basin is granted to foot travel only. Prompt cooling of the carcass is a must for maintaining the quality of the meat. Mammoth Many local hunters hunt this area by driving in for the day then driving home at night. The Ash Creek and High Creek areas are popular mule deer and whitetail hunting areas. Coronado National Forest, Safford Ranger District 520 428-4150 Galiuro Wilderness Opportunities for a wilderness hunting experience exist in the Galiuro Mountains. This area is remote within the Galiuro Wilderness and requires backpacking or horseback. Allen Flat This is another popular area for mule deer and consequently has some of the higher hunter densities. For an extended hunt, the south side of Aravaipa Canyon; Parsons and Virgus may be productive, camping equipment and 4-wd vehicle definitely required. The area between Willcox and the Three-Links Ranch usually produces fair quail hunting. Bighorn sheep map There continues to be a downward trend in the number of whitetail deer in Unit 32, attributed mostly to the drought conditions during the past few years. You may notice areas with recent mesquite grubbing/removal in this area. NOTICE: The interior of the Galiuro Mountains contain excellent bear habitat and consequently supports a good number of bears. ARIZONA'S BEST OVER-THE-COUNTER MULE DEER UNITS One of the best ways for a hunter to dip their toes into the world of western hunting is to grab their bow, head to Arizona and buy an over-the-counter mule deer tag. Access into this area is along the Muleshoe Road. 32. During high fruit years, try the prickly pear areas and canyons on the Westside of the Galiuro Mountains east of Mammoth. Address 123 Main Street New York, NY 10001, Hours MondayFriday: 9:00AM5:00PM Saturday & Sunday: 11:00AM3:00PM. Cottontails provide an excellent opportunity and challenge to sharpen the bowhunters skills with equipment familiarization, arrow flight and judging distance and they provide a fun day in the field. Fewer mule deer numbers will also be found in this area along with fewer hunters. Do it yourself Elk, Mule Deer Coues Deer, Bear and Javelina Hunitng in Arizona. Gambels quail are by far the most common. Sulphur Springs Valley Arizona Game Management Units. Overview: Whitetail deer can be found in the higher elevations throughout the unit. Areas: The general distribution of mule deer makes it rather difficult to direct hunters, especially in view of their nomadic characteristics. Areas to look for mule deer include Dry Camp Canyon, Copper Creek and Mulberry, Clark and Scanlon Wash. Access to these areas include Cowboy Miller Road, Copper Creek Road and Bunker Hill (Mercer) Road. When judging a bears size and age, larger bears will appear to have very small ears in relation to their head size. Access on both the east and west end of Aravaipa is restricted due to private property. Russian boars have long course hair similar to javelina, but are much bigger than javelina. While the fire was a devastating and torched a lot of land, it is a great opportunity to create some fantastic deer and bear habitat for the unit in the next 2-10 years. When hunting near stock tanks, be sure to watch for cattle and allow them access to water. Access into China Peak is from the Deer Creek road. SPECIAL NOTICE: Johnson Road off of I-10 has been closed on Private Property. Hunting cottontails provides an opportunity for a scouting trip for other big game species. We back pack in and just love it. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region V 520 628-5376 Access to the Muleshoe Ranch is through the 3-Links Road from the San Pedro River or Airport Road north of Willcox. For the Willcox Playa, the closure is: bbeginning at Willcox; southeast on AZ Hwy 186 to the Kansas Settlement Road; south on the Kansas Settlement Road to Kimzey Road which runs west from K-S Store (formerly Browns store) and the cotton gin at the northeast corner of Section 11, Township 16 South, Range 25 East; west along this road alignment to AZ Hwy 191; north on AZ Hwy 191 to Interstate 10; northeast on Interstate 10 to Willcox (see Map). Access is restricted to backpacking or packing in on horseback. Areas to look for mule deer include Palomas and Teran Wash and Kelsey and Sierra Blanca Canyons. Sibyl Road along I-10 provides access through the ZR Hereford Ranch. A quality pair of binoculars mounted on a tripod should be as equally an investment for Whitetail deer hunters as a good rifle and quality riflescope. To find an area with fewer hunters, you may have to settle with an area with lower deer numbers or be willing to hike a long ways. SPECIAL NOTICE: Johnson Road off of I-10 has been closed on Private Property. These areas can be accessed through the Muleshoe Road. Much of the Bonita area is interspersed with state trust and private land. The west side of the Winchester Mountains is a good bet for this mountain range. Scaled quail can be found in the lower elevations northwest of Willcox around the Steele Hills and Allen Flat areas. Residential LED Lighting. Areas: Permission would have to be secured to hunt the private or possibly hunt around Turkey Creek and call birds from the private. Bonita Be aware of and follow the designated hunting and nonhunting areas on the ranch. Access to the wilderness area includes Rattlesnake Mesa, Deer Creek, High Creek, North and South Ash Creeks, Redfield Canyon and YLE Canyon. From the South: I-10. Hunting Mule Deer in unit 3A-3C in Arizona with Koury Guide Service. They are any antlered deer hunts with the possibility of taking a great mule deer or Coues whitetail deer. Mammoth Hunters must RESPECT PRIVATE PROPERTY rights and always ask before entering private property. Access into this area is via Gamez Road along the San Pedro River. These areas experience high hunter densities. The continuous drought conditions are taking its toll on the pronghorn population. Unit 33 was already a great unit for coues whitetail deer, but with enough moisture, it could be THE TOP unit for coues deer in the near . The road north of the Muleshoe Ranch is strictly 4WD. Benson, Willcox, San Manuel, Major Highways and Roads Leading To Legal bears are only those without cubs, care should be taken in determining whether a bear is a female with cubs. Refresh Page Error: 42d2c648034c4dcc8e37f1402a608ccc Sibyl Road along I-10 provides access through the ZR Hereford Ranch. 4 Beds. they are in the northern part of 7w and would invest in a good map. Access includes the Tres Alamos wash from Pomerene road or south of the 3-Links Ranch; Sibyl road from I-10 through the ZR Hereford Ranch will access the west side and Tres Alamos wash. RESPECT the wishes of private property owners. Through the Sportsman/Landowner Access Program, the AGFD is actively working to minimize conflicts between private landowners and outdoor recreationalists in an attempt to keep many areas open to recreation. Terrain varies from the gently sloping desert grasslands of Bonita and Allen Flat to the steep, rugged canyons of Aravaipa Creek and the Galiuro Mountains. Mule Deer - Unit 32. AZ DIY Hunting. They do not always stay next to their mother and may be nearby, hidden by vegetation. NOTICE: The interior of the Galiuro Mountains contain excellent bear habitat and consequently supports a good number of bears. This unit may be a good choice for hunters trying to get away from the crowd. 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