Other areas of quail concentrations can be found in upper elevations along the mountain drainages, and stock tanks. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Interested hunters can contact the Tucson office or stop in at the ranch headquarters, located 1.5 miles south of Davis Road on Coffman Road and request information on the area. Lizard Lane provides access on the north end of the Dragoons. This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits. The department will also have a section on its website dedicated to the status of these units. No one under age 10 may hunt big game in Arizona. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. The state has two distinct species, the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) and the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus). West of the mountain ranges, the San Pedro River runs north from the Mexican border (south boundary of unit). When driving east on Highway 92 to Bisbee, various dirt roads intersect the highway from the north ( MP. By 1970, fewer than 16,000 deer were taken and hunt success had fallen to 16 percent. A large amount of the unit is private property (>40%). Live Weight: M-200-225lbs. Media | Some areas of the river are closed to firearms hunting. Camping is allowed on BLM and Forest Service administered public lands. When the archery deer harvest limit for a particular unit and species has been reported the unit will be closed to further archery deer hunting at sundown the Wednesday immediately following. Research the latest Arizona Mule Deer Draw Odds Results and Harvest Data. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. Before hunting either of the two species, consult to the Hunting Regulations Commission Order: 2 for distinguishing characteristics. 520-439-6400 or http://www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/ncarea/sprnca.html) since some areas of the San Pedro are closed to firearm hunting. 92 to Bisbee, there are various dirt roads intersecting the highway from the north (MP 345, MP 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). Mule deer can be found along the San Pedro River floodplain, but the thick vegetation makes it difficult to get a good clean shot at a buck. The Dragoon Mountain Ranch property boundary is posted No Trespassing. However, dont expect to see an abundance of any quail species in the district this season. I was talking after church this morning and mentioned unit 30 and one guy was saying they had some illegals turn themselves in to them while hunting there a few years ago. by arizonaelitefreak Sun Aug 09, 2009 7:19 pm, Post Address 123 Main Street New York, NY 10001, Hours MondayFriday: 9:00AM5:00PM Saturday & Sunday: 11:00AM3:00PM. In this Episode we head down to the dry desert hills of Arizona in search of a monster mule deer. 2023 Western Hunting Application Deadlines, New feature released on Insider Hunt Planner, Point Tracker: Your first step in researching hunts, How to import waypoints from other sources to GOHUNT Maps, Dialing in your fitness now to be ready for fall, Research your way to big bucks with a tool you're probably not using, The ABCs of finding a legit hunting partner. Staying on Warren Road to Bisbee Junction will take you to the Border Road (the International Border between Arizona and Mexico) there are various access roads from the Border Road into the Mule Tails. In Arizona, predation on deer is mainly by coyotes, bobcats, and mountain lions. I guess getting high enough to glass the flats would be a start but wondering if certain areas hold a larger concentration of deer over others. Important plants in a mule deer's diet include mountain-mahogany, buckbrush, cliffrose, sagebrush, buckthorn, juniper, and oak. The unit varies considerably in elevation and vegetation types. Overall, the unit has approximately 125.5 square miles of whitetail deer habitat of medium to low density, in the Dragoon and Mule Mountains. Turn east on the Middle-March road and drive approximately 10 miles until you reach the Forest Service Boundary. Overall, the unit has approximately 125.5 square miles of whitetail deer habitat of medium to low density. As befits Arizona's principal game animal, deer received some protection as early as 1887 when a four-month season of October 1 through January 31 was established by the territorial legislature. Fawns are 'dropped' about mid-summer. Whitetail can also be found along the San Pedro River (SPRNCA), but the thick vegetation can make it difficult to get a good clean shot at a buck. See Access Information for details. For Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag hunts, you may purchase a nonpermit-tag from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114. On private land, access can be revoked any time. Mearns quail can be found in the Dragoon Mountains and the Mule Mountains. One thing to remember when you are in the Mule Mountains is the private land, most will be posted, so respect the ranchers wishes. One of the easiest ways to access the Mule Mountains is to take Highway 80 south of I-10 at Benson continue down Highway 80 past Tombstone. Drive east on Hwy. Drive south on Warren Road towards Bisbee Junction. IMPORTANT the mule deer and white-tailed deer are found in the same habitat types in this unit. "A gun is as good or as bad as the man using it. If you are hunting whites try abbot canyon/Mule mountains, just outside of bisbee. Complaints are received from landowners and lessees, because cattle have ingested them causing complications and it is littering, a revocable offense. To hunt deer during a General, Youth-Only, Muzzleloader, CHAMP or Archery-Only season, you must apply through a draw for a hunt permit-tag. The west side of the Gunnisons are not accessible by vehicle. Mourning dove, and an occasional white wing dove, can be found at various livestock tanks in the unit, and along the San Pedro River. Before hunting either of the two species, consult the Hunting Regulations: Commission Order 2 for distinguishing physical characteristics. In 2016 the first bear season was offered in the unit. by m gardner Sun Aug 09, 2009 9:43 am, Post There are two dirt roads off of the High Lonesome that will access the eastern side of the Mules. We specialize in Arizona unit 12B mule deer hunts. So please keep respect in mind while afield, because when access is lost, it most likely will never be regained again. 8 miles to West Stronghold Canyon. When driving east on Hwy. In addition to off season scouting, use of trail cameras on trails and water sources can be helpful. Some extra scouting, and hiking into the more inaccessible areas, may help you take a larger buck. During good years large populations can be found along the Davis Road, Gleason Road, and the Pearce Road. Get Hunting Updates. 1050. Approximately 2.5 miles south of Tombstone, take Davis Road east to High Lonesome Road and south to access the east side of the mountain. One thing to remember when you are in the Mule Mountains is the private land, most will be posted, so respect the ranchers wishes. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? Sportsmen need to look for, read and obey all signs posted throughout the unit. Seems state law says you can't refuse them water if they ask and they know that. The Sulphur Springs Valley is predominately private land, so obtain permission before going afield, and remember not to shoot within 1/4 of a mile of occupied buildings or residents. Arizona has fantastic mule deer habitat, although from region to region it might look vastly different. Deer Hunting in Arizona Game Management Unit 30A . Area: Gambels quail can be found in isolated areas in the unit. Both mourning dove and white-wing dove occurs, but the majority of the harvest and opportunities will be for mourning dove. It is generally advised that if you looking to hunt any of these OTC seasons to have several backup units with spots marked and ready to go. Have a great time.Muleys are hard to find down south.Coues are more abundant,but they call them the desert ghost for a reason.You are hunting an area with thousands of ATVs and OHVs.Go deep,and go far.I hunt or USED TO hunt around Picketpost Mtn.Now its all snowbirds on Jeep tours.Lots of good folks on Eastmans Forum.Ask for JimP. Nov 11 - Nov 17 . Each of these communities are just off of Highway 191. The Double U Ranch or Telles Ranch, is completely locked and no longer allows hunting. To access the San Pedro River and St. David, get off of I-10 at Benson. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. The velvet supplies blood to the growing antlers, which are soft. Prospects in the near future are even more discouraging, but mule deer are "boom and bust" animals. When applying for big game hunt permit-tags, you must use hunt numbers. Javelina can be found on all habitat types and topography in this unit, from the flats where they are hard to spot, all the way up to the tops of the mountain ranges in the oak woodlands. Drew a 30B tag for November 15th to 21st. Topographical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. Be aware of past landowner changes along the Boarder Rd. Mule deer have white rump patches and short, narrow, black-tipped white tails. Pre-season scouting is a good idea in these areas. Near the Bisbee Airport, there are dirt roads that will take you into the Mule Tails. Does average 125 pounds. If you wish to hunt on the San Pedro River National Conservation Area, you should pick up a copy of the Bureau of Land Managements regulations, (Phone. The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest and can be accessed from the north at Dragoon. This was a great adventure and an experience. See Access Information for details. Topographical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. Deer permit numbers gradually increased after 1972, leveling off at around 70,000 per year between 1976 and 1982, when hunters took more than 12,000 mule deer, approximately 75 percent of the total deer harvest. These hunts are before any of the adult rifle hunts and hunting pressure is light. There are two dirt roads off of the High Lonesome that will access the eastern side of the Mules. The west side of the Dragoon Mountains can be reached by taking Highway 80 south of I-10 at Benson. A large amount of the unit is private property (>40%). 345, MP 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). Thanks for subscribing! . Land around populated areas (Bisbee, Double Adobe, McNeal, Elfrida, Sunsites, Richland, Dragoon, St. David, and Tombstone) has Javelina populations. Sportsmen must be aware that a large portion of the habitat in the Mule Mountains is inaccessible. User Scores. Scores. Area: Cottontails can be found throughout the unit with little effort on the part of the hunter. They will become sexually mature in a year and a half. More than 86 percent of these were mule deer and nearly 10,000 were antlerless animals. Arizona also has good mule deer hunting in other areas of the state. Remember that." They have been found in small pockets in the southwest portion of the Dragoon Mountains, off the Middle-March Road, and in the upper elevations of the Mule Mountains. Hiking from open areas across state land will get you in most of the Mule Mountains. Continuing down Highway 80 to Middle March Road, which is only a couple of miles north of Tombstone. I spoke with a ranger for that area and that is what he suggested to start. Access across private property from Highway 80 and Curtis Flats Road junction, east across the Dragoon Mountain Ranch to the Coronado National Forest boundary has been lost to residential development. Archery deer hunting was also beginning to provide a significant hunting opportunity. Do not leave spent shot-shells lying in the field and around water tanks. 702.847.8747 The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest and a forest service map will help you with the road system. There are also opportunities for viewing these magnificent animals while camping in the southern part of Box Canyon. The river continues north past I-10 and establishes the westerly boundary of unit 30B. mule deer, white-tailed deer, desert bighorn sheep, elk, gould's turkey, sandhill crane, cottontail rabbit, dove, quail. Land around populated areas (Bisbee, Double Adobe, McNeal, Elfrida, Sunsites, Richland, Dragoon, St. David, and Tombstone) has Javelina populations. One of the easiest ways to get into the Mule Mountains is to take Highway 80 south of I-10 at Benson. The quail populations suffer from drought and respond favorably to average to above average rainfall. Go through town and take the exit for Highway 80 to St. David. I had a Mule tag there last year and didnt see one. Talking to the locals in these areas might give an archery hunter some good tips on where to find the Javelina. Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. The Juniper Flats Road travels northeast to the radio towers and provides access to the top of the mountain. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. The Juniper Flats Road travels northeast through private parcels of land to the radio towers and accesses the top of the Mule Mountains. The Mule Deer Working Group (MDWG) was established by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies' (WAFWA) president and directors in 1997 to address concerns about a long-term decline in mule deer numbers at the time. White-tailed Deer Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Each of these communities are just off of Highway 191. Create a free account to read the rest of this deer hunting note! See the Access Information for details. You must log in or register to reply here. Thanks for any input. Before hunting on agricultural fields, obtain permission from landowners in the farming areas. Plan your Arizona big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. The Javelina often go into the populated areas causing problems for residents. Shane, From SHANE The Movie. One thing to remember when you are in the Mule Mountains is the private land, most will be posted, so respect the ranchers wishes. Javelina, Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Cottontail Rabbit, Dove, Quail. Some of the hunts have very low harvest quotas and these could potentially close during the August OTC seasons, essentially closing the later December and January hunts. In the wild deer have a life span of about ten years. Larger concentrations of scaled quail tend to be found along the base of the eastern side of the Dragoon Mountains, and in the Cochise, Dragoon, and Sunsites/Pearce area, and along the Mexican Border. Residential development has increased in the Pearce/Sunsites area, resulting in a loss of areas to hunt. Deer Hunting in Arizona Game Management Unit 29 . 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). Coat color is reddish-brown in summer, turning to a blue-gray in winter. Mule deer are located in all mountain ranges and lower valleys within the unit. The unit varies considerably in elevation and vegetation types. Distribution: 90ft-10K ft, statewide except extreme southwest corner of state See Access Information for details. and Davis Road. The mule deer gets its name from its large ears. Average # of general permits in past 5 years. Range: 30-50 sq. From turkey hunting in the spring to chasing Elk and mule deer in the fall, this is as real as Hunting can get!Follow our Instagram as @Western_Obsessions_TVFollow Kurt on Instagram @kurt_belding ( https://www.instagram.com/kurt_beldin )https://www.westernobsessionstv.com/Book a Hunt with Kurt: https://www.huntingcolorado.co/Film Produced by: www.whiterabbitsyndicate.comWestern Obsessions TV: https://www.westernobsessionstv.com/Produced by: https://www.whiterabbitsyndicate.com/Sponsors:Crossfit OneBeat ( https://www.onebeatcrossfit.com/ )Body Rival Supplements ( https://www.bodyrival.com/ )Rocking NY Cattle CompanyFit Republic Nutrition Co. Freeport- McMoRan owns large tracts of land in the southern end of the Mules, specifically in the Bisbee area and restricts hunting. Thanks!! Beginning at U.S. Hwy 191 and the U.S.-Mexico border; west along the border to the San Pedro River; north along the San Pedro River to I-10; northeasterly on I-10 to U.S. Hwy 191; southerly on U.S. Hwy 191 to the U.S.-Mexico border. Mule Deer. Within the unit are two major mountain ranges; the Mule and Dragoon Mountains. Archery-Only Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318, or crossbow if you possess a crossbow permit as allowed under R12-4-216. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. If a person is applying for a Youth-Only hunt and a regular hunt on the same application, the higher of the tag fees must be enclosed. We came close but ended up short. For youth deer hunters, the youth-only hunts in unit 27 and units 28 29 30A 30B 31 32 are great. Go Pro to see what they had to say! OTC Hiking across state land will access the upper parts of the canyons. Talking to the locals in these areas might give an archery hunter some good tips on where to find the Javelina. 30B is a hard unit. Ease of Drawing 62 62 Success 21 21 Trophy Potential . Young Appear: June-August Average The main things to remember while hunting are antler structure, size, tail size and color. Whitetail deer also exist in these areas so be sure of the species. Coronado National Forest, Douglas Ranger District (520) 364-3468, http://www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/ncarea/sprnca.html. Near the Bisbee Airport, there are dirt roads that will take you into the Mule Tails. Some areas of the river are closed to firearms hunting. Rifle: (willing to wait, but good chance to draw . If you are hunting whites try abbot canyon/Mule mountains, just outside of bisbee. Be cognizant that these areas are populated, so you need to be at least 1/4 of a mile from occupied buildings or residents. Area: The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest so a forest service map will help you with the road system. Continue down Highway 80 past Tombstone. These hunts are before . It is not a hunt where you will see a lot of deer, but there are always some great bucks there and we know how to find them. Only about 9,500 mule deer were reported harvested. About Us | Hiking from open areas will still get you into most of the Mule Mountains. Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Several canyon roads in the Mules go through private land and are posted and locked, so respect the ranchers wishes. To the East of the mountain ranges, Sulphur Springs Valley runs from the Mexico Border, north to I-10. Be aware of the recent residential development in the Tombstone Hills south of the Charleston Road. The October/November hunts in these units can be drawn with 0-3 bonus points and they are great units for desert mule deer. Then, a series of wet winters resulted in an increase in fawn survival rates, and hunter numbers and the numbers of deer bagged increased accordingly until 1986, when nearly 86,000 hunters took 25,566 deer, of which 77 percent were mule deer. The most numerous, widespread and popular of Arizona's big-game animals are deer. Lower elevations in the desert flats around both the Dragoon and Mule Mountains is the best mule deer habitat, Agriculture fields adjacent to these habitats produce higher deer densities. Access along Highway 80 north of Bisbee along Banning Creek is denied through private land, although access on the Juniper Flats Road to the top of the mountain range exists just north of Mule Pass tunnel. Foot access and limited vehicular access is allowed into Dry and Abbott Canyons on the 47 Ranch. A youth must pay the higher fee unless applying only for Youth-Only hunts. Sportsmen access in unit 30B continues to be reduced. Mearns quail are harder to find because of the nature of the quail and because they are found in much smaller concentrations in this unit. There are several dirt roads leading out into the desert or to the river. The east side of the mountain is accessed off the Dragoon Road, Ironwood Road, and Middle-March Road. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. They have strategic holdings that block lots for both federal and state lands and, yes, they have pulled guns on people on public property claiming it was their own. Rifle and archery mule deer hunts. From the West: State Hwy 82, 90, 92, Charleston Rd A fawn's spots will disappear in about two months and the young will stay with their mother until the following spring. Overall, the bear population is considered low and limited to the upper elevations of the Dragoons and to a lesser extent, Mule Mountains. Mule deer occur throughout the unit, with the majority being found on National Forest lands in the southern part of the unit. Residential development has increased in the Pearce/Sunsites area, resulting in a loss of areas to hunt. Persons ages 10 through 13 must have satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director per ARS 17-333.2 (C). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. A series of years of poor fawn survival followed. Scores. 60. The eastern side of the Dragoon Mountains, Cochise, and Sunsites can be accessed from Highway 191 south of I-10. During good years large populations can be found along the Davis Road, Gleason Road, and the Pearce Road. See Access Information for details. Resident Draw -Tag ($58) Non -Resident Draw -Tag ($315) Guided Hunt ($3,575) The Arizona trophy mule deer draw takes place in May, the next draw deadline is June 13th, 2023. Create a free account to read the rest of this deer hunting note! Not all weather elements are available within the unit. Also, access from the Paul Spur/Border Road on Highway 80, toward Douglas. does anybody know anythink about hunting in unit 30b in arizona and where might be a good starting point for a mid november hunt? Focus on available waters and food sources for the spring hunt in the Unit. Javelina can be found along the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA), but the thick vegetation can make it difficult to locate them. From the North: State Hwy 80, U.S. 191 These are things to be aware of and remember do not shoot within a quarter of a mile of a residence. Javelina usually bed in drainages with adequate cover or near feeding areas on the mountain slopes. To reduce the frustration, it is a good idea to scout the unit and secure access into a desired area before applying for a whitetail permit in the unit. 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