Area: Access into the Mule Mountains is very limited compared to the Dragoon Mountains. Please pick up spent shot-shells, complaints have been received because livestock have ingested them causing complications and it is littering, a revocable offense. Privacy Notice | OTC Our guide and outfitter service is available in AZ units 12b west, 12a west, 12a east, 13a, and 13b as well. Take the Warren Road toward Bisbee Junction and on south, southeast to the Border Road where several access roads into the area exist. To hunt deer in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a deer tag. Adult bucks may weigh in excess of 200 pounds and stand up to 42 inches at the shoulder. The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest and a forest service map will help you with the road system. Despite a serious overpopulation of deer on the North Kaibab in the 1920s, deer numbers appeared to decline in the rest of the state. The east side of the Mules can be accessed off the High Lonesome Road from Davis Road or from Highway 80. Overview: Both mourning dove and whitewing dove occurs, but the majority of the harvest and opportunities will be for mourning dove. Focus on available waters and food sources for the spring hunt in the Unit. Continuing down Highway 80 to Middle March Road, which is only a couple of miles north of Tombstone. 92, there are various dirt roads intersecting the highway from the north (m.p. No trespass/hunting signs have been posted on private property on the Christensen Ranch. Turn east on the Middle-March road and drive approximately 10 miles until you reach the Forest Service Boundary. Area: To get to the agriculture fields near Richland, Sunsites, Elfrida, and McNeal, take Highway 191 south of I-10. In addition to off season scouting, use of trail cameras on trails and water sources can be helpful. Denied access in the Mule Mountains makes it extremely difficult to access these areas. If you are hunting whites try abbot canyon/Mule mountains, just outside of bisbee. 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. Remember, when hunting units with whitetail and mule deer; both species can be found in the same habitat types within the unit. Javelina usually bed in drainages with adequate cover or near feeding areas on the mountain slopes. Overall, the unit has approximately 125.5 square miles of whitetail deer habitat of medium to low density. The main things to remember while hunting are; antler structure, size, tail size and color. 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. Other access points exist off the Pearce Road and Middle-March Road. Javelina, Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Cottontail Rabbit, Dove, Quail. There are two dirt roads off of the High Lonesome that will access the eastern side of the Mules. but not as widely known. 345, MP 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). Some extra scouting, and hiking into the more inaccessible areas, may help you take a larger buck. 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. See Access Information for details. After a gestation period of about 190 days, the does give birth to spotted fawns, often twins. You are using an out of date browser. 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. Please read and obey the landowners requests, and obtain permission before going afield. One important thing to remember the mule deer and white-tailed deer can be found in the same areas in this unit. Near the Bisbee Airport, there are dirt roads that will take you into the Mule Tails. The unit varies considerably in elevation and vegetation types. Check your email for a confirmation message. Check your email for a confirmation message. by m gardner Sun Aug 09, 2009 1:42 pm, Post The Mule Tails are the hills south of the Mule Mountains. Remember that." Are you an outfitter, hunting guide, game processor or local hotel? by azLT Fri Aug 21, 2009 10:29 am, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Copyright 2000 - 2019, MuleyMadness.com Before hunting either of the two species, consult the Hunting Regulations: Commission Order 2 for distinguishing physical characteristics. 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. One of the ranchers around Douglas got into trouble this spring for roughing 2 of them up a bit and has to pay $78,000 in civil penalties for causing mental anguish so don't kick any. north approx. 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. Undoubtedly, the OTC archery hunts for Arizona mule deer and Coues deer have become some of the more publicized opportunity hunts in the west. A series of years of poor fawn survival followed. Within the unit are two major mountain ranges; the Mule and Dragoon Mountains. With the advent of better than average winter rains, mule deer populations will once again improve. The most abundant deer in Arizona is the Rocky Mountain mule deer. Some areas of the river are closed to firearms hunting. Research the latest Arizona Mule Deer Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 30b. Hunting If a dry summer is encountered, dove will be very dependent on the limited water sources found in the area. we couldnt turn around last year with out seeing them. Another access point for the Mule Tails is from the Paul Spur Road, this road intersects Highway 80 about halfway between Bisbee and Douglas. Other Pertinent Climate Information Both Gambel and Scaled quail can be found in the unit, and fair populations of scaled quail can be found in the Tombstone, Gleason, Pearce, Cochise, Elfrida, Sunsites, and along the Mexican Border in desert scrub and transitional areas into semi-desert grasslands. Overall, we are below average, however rain occurred throughout the winter/spring and created green-up and the quail may respond. I spoke with a ranger for that area and that is what he suggested to start. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. Even this was deemed excessive by the state's sportsmen, and a public initiative in 1916 reduced the limit to one buck deer to be taken during the month of October. Any tips or information would be greatly appreciated. Please read and obey the landowners requests, and obtain permission before going afield. Send us an email at [emailprotected] to learn more. 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. We came close but ended up short. The October/November hunts in these units can be drawn with 0-3 bonus points and they are great units for desert mule deer. Other areas of quail concentrations can be found in upper elevations along the mountain drainages, and stock tanks. With the institution of permit-only deer hunting the following year, hunter numbers dropped from more than 97,000 to fewer than 68,000. Denied access in the Mule Mountains makes it extremely difficult to access these areas. The main things to remember while hunting are antler structure, size, tail size and color. The unit varies considerably in elevation and vegetation types. If you need your Hunter Education card before your hunt, get ahead of the game and register now. 30B is a hard unit. Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Access is open along the west side of the mountain, into Henry, Slavin, and the West Stronghold Canyon. Overview: Unit 4A has both general firearms deer and archery deer hunting opportunities. Most feeding is done at dawn and dusk, although human activity may cause a shift to more feeding at night. Some ranches require personal contact to gain access, written permission, require sportsmen to sign in/sign out and use of Ranch Passes while on the property. Create a free account to read the rest of this deer hunting note! From the West: State Hwy 82, 90, 92, Charleston Rd Coat color is reddish-brown in summer, turning to a blue-gray in winter. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region V (520) 628-5376 by MuleyMadness Sat Aug 08, 2009 11:33 pm, Post As the populations rose, doe and "any-deer" hunts were authorized. The area between Davis Road, north to the Gleason Road can be accessed off of both the Gleason and Davis Roads at several locations. Average # of general permits in past 5 years. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. Take Forest Service Road 687 north along the west side of the mountain into the West Stronghold. Larger herds can still be located, although hiking in or horseback are the only means of accessing such areas. Thanks for any input. Drew a 30B tag for November 15th to 21st. I would welcome any suggestions or experiences for this unit, I am headed up the weekend of 9/11 for a scouting trip. 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. 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. Overall, the bear population is considered low and limited to the upper elevations of the Dragoons and to a lesser extent, Mule Mountains. There is a lot of private lands and as of now I am focusing on doing some scouting around Dragoon Mountain. This area offers various hunting opportunities including waterfowl, big game and small game. 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. Also, accessible habitat within the Mule and Dragoon Mountains can be far from existing road and extremely rugged. Do you have landowner tags, lease land, or have an lodge? Come join the discussion about safety, gear, tips, tricks, optics, gunsmithing, reviews, reports, accessories, classifieds, and more! Scores. Habitat: Desert shrub, grasslands, pinon-juniper, pine, aspen-fir, and mountain meadows The Mule Mountains have access roads locked going into Sandy Bob, Dixie, Mexican, Gadwell and Abrigo Canyons. Also, parts of the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area are closed to firearm hunting (Charleston Rd. Over the course of the past two decades, it has been noticed the whitetail are occupying traditional mule deer habitat in lower elevations. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Area: Cottontails can be found throughout the unit with little effort on the part of the hunter. 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. Javelina forage on the warmest slopes first during cold weather. "A gun is as good or as bad as the man using it. During good years large populations can be found along the Davis Road, Gleason Road, and the Pearce Road. Don't miss it! Before hunting on agricultural fields, obtain permission from landowners in the farming areas. Please identify the deer before taking a shot as whitetail are expanding into mule deer habitat. After the burn the deer population increased because of better deer habitat. State Route 191 runs through the valley and establishes the east boundary of the unit, and I-10 designates the north boundary. We will definitely return to Arizona to hunt mule deer again!Be sure to Subscribe to Kurt Belding and Steve Ficco's hunting channel here on YouTube where they bring you Hunting adventures to wherever you may be watching from. At lower, drier elevations, drop time is synchronized more with summer rains that bring on new plant growth. BONUS POINT ONLY (no other hunts may be chosen in conjunction with this one), 12A East (excluding Grand Canyon National Park), 12A West (excluding Grand Canyon National Park), 39, 40A, and 40B (Special Restrictions Apply - See Note 7), 42 (excluding White Tank Mountain Park and Skyline Regional Park), Hopi Tribal Member Hunt in Units 4A and 4B, Hopi Tribal Member Hunt in Units 5A and 5B, 42 (excluding Skyline and White Tank Mountain Regional Parks), Aug 19 - Sep 8, 2022 and Dec 9 - Dec 31, 2022, Nov 18 - Nov 27, 2022Nov 11 - Nov 17, 2022. Toggle navigation. 375. Sportsmen access in unit 30B continues to be reduced. Southern Arizona Mule deer and - whitetail. White-tailed Deer Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Mule Deer. JavaScript is disabled. Scaled quail can be found throughout the unit in high desert grassland communities. Also, accessible habitat within the Mule and Dragoon Mountains can be far from existing road and extremely rugged. The amount of localized rainfall will determine the dove distribution in the unit. Bed sites are commonly used on a regular basis. See Access Information for details. As of April 1, 2022, all of the OTC deer seasons will now be enforced by harvest limits and hunters will be required to report their deer harvest 48 hours of taking their deer (details will be published in the 2022-2023 Arizona Hunting Regulations booklet and updated here when available). The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest so a forest service map will help you with the road system and the access points. Overview: Cottontails are fairly abundant in the unit, although average rainfall has been lacking in the area during the year. Today, mule deer comprise about 60 percent of the total deer harvested. The velvet supplies blood to the growing antlers, which are soft. See Access Information for details. Las Vegas, NV 89113. The most numerous, widespread and popular of Arizona's big-game animals are deer. we couldnt turn around last year with out seeing them. Good luck. Specializing in unit 12b for northern AZ mule deer, and units 27, 28, 31 and 32 in southern Arizona. The Charleston Hills and Three Brothers Hills can also be accessed at several points along the Charleston Road, or at milepost 65 on HWY. These are things to be aware of and remember do not shoot within a quarter of a mile of a residence. There are two dirt roads off of the High Lonesome that will access the eastern side of the Mules. http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunting_units_30b.shtml#wt. However, dont expect to see an abundance of any quail species in the district this season. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. These areas are considered critical access with extensive time being devoted to secure sportsmen access in the area, which has benefited many mule deer, javelina, quail, and dove hunters in the past. From the North: State Hwy 80, U.S. 191 Areas: Access into the Mule Mountains is very limited compared to the Dragoon Mountains as most of the major canyons are inaccessible by vehicle. 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. 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. Lower elevations of both the Dragoon and Mule Mountains have mule deer habitat, but the rolling hills and flats also have a number of deer during the hunting season. Good luck. This road parallels I-10 and travels east toward the mountain. The biological productivity of unit 30B relies upon winter, and to a greater extent, the summer rainfall for a combined yearly average of approximately 15 inches. The mule deer hunting is generally better in the units closer to the Mogollon Rim than down south by me as I understand (Coues deer are doing really well down here) but regardless I would caution you on the heat. Hiking across state land will access the upper parts of the canyons. There are also opportunities for viewing these magnificent animals while camping in the southern part of Box Canyon. 345, m.p. The Lucky Hills Ranch has sportsmen/landowner respect signs posted at all access points along the Charleston Road. Also a road south of the Dixie Canyon Ranch Road accesses Cintura Hill near Mexican Canyon. Pre-season scouting will improve your hunt success. It just takes more effort on the hunters part. Near the Bisbee Airport, there are dirt roads that will take you into the Mule Tails. These hunts are before any of the adult rifle hunts and hunting pressure is light. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. The mountain on east of I-10 and south of the Dragoon Road at Texas Canyon can be accessed by exiting I-10 at Stuckys east of Benson. The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest so a forest service map will help you with the road system and the access points. The most abundant deer in Arizona is the Rocky Mountain mule deer. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! Access along the east side of the Mountain exists at the Golden Rule Road, off the Dragoon Road. . Also the rolling hills and small mountain ranges and the foothill have mule deer. 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. 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. On private land, access can be revoked any time. 80. Thanks for any input. If a dry summer is encountered, dove will be very dependent on the limited water sources found in the area. 702.847.8747 6630 Arroyo Springs St., Suite 1200 Las Vegas, NV 89113 Contact Us Deer feed on grasses and forbs in the spring and summer, however, they are primarily browsers. User Scores. Staying on the 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. Each year in the spring, after the breeding season has passed, antlers are shed. Its forehead is much darker than its face, while its throat, belly and inner leg are white. 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. The Mule Tails are the hills south of the Mule Mountains. Sign up for a free account to see what they said. Pion Canyon Maneuver Site Colo. unit 142, FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. The Arizona Trail takes hikers to the base of Picketpost Mountain and down through part of the White Canyon Wilderness, right through the heart of bighorn sheep country. The Juniper Flats Road travels northeast to the radio towers and provides access to the top of the mountain. AZGF hunting license can be purchase and you can apply for the AZ draw on online at www.azgfd.gov website. Overview: Javelina can be found throughout Unit 30B. Unit 30B is located in the southeastern corner of Arizona, specifically in Cochise County. The August and September seasons can be brutally hot, especially if you're coming from the Midwest. Pre-season scouting is a good idea in these areas. Travel south a short distance and turn left on E. Touchstone Trail. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. Unit Boundaries . A forum community dedicated to hunting and fishing enthusiasts in the Arizona area. During years of above average summer rainfall and normal winter rainfall, Mearns can be found in many areas in and around the Dragoon and Mule Mountains and in isolated areas between the Gleason Rd. Topo-graphical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. Access is gained from Highway 80 at Mule Gulch, milepost 350, and the Warren Road (south of Highway 80, east of Bisbee). This was a great adventure and an experience. Overview: Javelina can be found throughout Unit 30B. 702.847.8747 There is limited habitat in the upper elevations of the Dragoon and Mule Mountains. Click for Terrain Detail. When hunting the flats and agriculture fields in the valleys, obtain permission from landowners before going afield, and do not shoot within a 1/4 of a mile from occupied buildings or residents. Topographical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. To access the San Pedro River and St. David, get off of I-10 at Benson. Both species can be found in agricultural fields near Richland, Sunsites, Elfrida, McNeal, and St. David, as well as in the desert areas near water sources. One road form High Lonesome Rd. To hunt deer in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a deer tag. Please utilize phone apps, GPS or maps to determine the land status in the area and be aware of the land status where you are at all times. Research the latest Arizona Mule Deer Draw Odds Results and Harvest Data. Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Unlock the secrets of limited license lotteries and discover drawing and harvest trends to create a better hunt planning strategy. on the 47 Ranch access the mountain to Johnson, Abbott, Buck and Dry Canyon (look for the Access Signs). GOHUNT is a registered trademark of GOHUNT, LLC. Overview: Unit 30B is a large unit with two large mountain ranges (the Dragoon Mountains and the Mule Mountains) with low hills and ridges between the two ranges surrounded by high desert flats in the valley. A youth must pay the higher fee unless applying only for Youth-Only hunts. Get Hunting Updates. 92 to Bisbee, there are various dirt roads intersecting the highway from the north (MP 345, MP 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). By 1970, fewer than 16,000 deer were taken and hunt success had fallen to 16 percent. Ease of Drawing 62 62 Success 21 21 Trophy Potential . We. 8 miles to West Stronghold Canyon. Antlers are composed of material similar to that of bone. However, they will also feed in the bottoms where the spring growth will first come up. Antlered means having an antler fully erupted through the skin and capable of being shed as defined in R12-4-101. Food Preference: Weeds, palo verde, aspen, mushrooms, yucca flowers, shrubs, oak, mesquite beans, janusia, cliffrose, sagebrush, juniper, coffeeberry, cacti fruit, and filaree in season Access to the west side of the mountain, south of the Middle-March Road can also be accessed by traveling northeast on the Bennett Ranch road east of Tombstone off the Gleason Road. All pictures, images, & content are owned by MuleyMadness and cannot be used without permission Having a copy of the dove hunting regulations with you is a good precaution. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off of Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. Due to this, access in the unit continues to be a challenge for sportsmen to gain. White Water Draw is a 1400-acre+ area that was purchased by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Other areas of quail concentrations can be found in upper elevations along the mountain drainages, and stock tanks. Sections 17-303 and 17-304 or Commission Rules R12-4-321, R12-4-801, R12-4-802 and R12-4-803. Nov 11 - Nov 17 . Area: Gambels quail can be found in isolated areas in the unit. It is in preparation for the rut that mule deer grow antlers. 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. Due to the climate and elevation, the habitat types vary from oak woodlands in the highest elevations of the mountains, down to semi- desert grasslands, and Chihuahuan desert scrub in the valleys. It is important to remember that a large portion of the district is privately owned property, especially in the agricultural areas of St. David, Elfrida, McNeal, Double Adobe, Sunsites, and Richland. An area where greater concentrations exist is along the San Pedro River (Call 520-439-6400 or see http://www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/ncarea/sprnca.html ). Javelina usually bed in drainages with adequate cover or near feeding areas on the mountain slopes. Chihuahuan desertscrub vegetation grows in the valleys at lower elevations throughout the unit. The amount of localized rainfall will determine the dove distribution in the unit. Oak woodlands grow on the steep, rugged Dragoon and Mule mountains at elevations of 5000' to 7000'. does anybody know anythink about hunting in unit 30b in arizona and where might be a good starting point for a mid november hunt? The San Pedro River can be accessed near Benson, St. David, HWY 82, Charleston Road, and HWY 92. Only about 9,500 mule deer were reported harvested. Open Areas do not include areas within municipal parks, municipal preserves, county parks, county preserves, airports, golf courses, or posted water treatment facilities (except as specifically opened in this Commission Order) or areas closed to hunting under A.R.S. The only question is when. Terms of Use | Aug 30, 2021 I wanted to ask if anyone has experience or suggestions in hunting unit 30B. The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA) is also open to hunting. Overview: The quail populations (Gambel and Scaled) in the unit will respond to winter rainfall. Before hunting on agricultural fields, obtain permission from landowners in the farming areas. 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. 6630 Arroyo Springs St., Suite 1200 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. Both species can be found in agricultural fields near Richland, Sunsites, Elfrida, McNeal, and St. David, as well as in the desert areas near water sources. Restricted access in the Mule Mountains makes it difficult to get to the Mearns habitat. The Javelina often go into the populated areas causing problems for residents. Antlered mule deer. Topo-graphical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. In Arizona, predation on deer is mainly by coyotes, bobcats, and mountain lions. Finding areas where plants have been rooted up, bedding sites, and by glassing over these areas will help you in locate Javelina. Prospects in the near future are even more discouraging, but mule deer are "boom and bust" animals. EXCEPT for some Archery-Only deer, a hunt nonpermit-tag must be obtained from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114. More than 86 percent of these were mule deer and nearly 10,000 were antlerless animals. The Redbird Mountains currently are inaccessible without landowner permission. We specialize in Arizona unit 12B mule deer hunts. Access into the southwest corner of the Mule Mountains can be gained off Highway 92 between Sierra Vista and Bisbee. West of the mountain ranges, the San Pedro River runs north from the Mexican border (south boundary of unit). Deer Hunting in Arizona Game Management Unit 29 . 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. GMU32. Land around populated areas (Bisbee, Double Adobe, McNeal, Elfrida, Sunsites, Richland, Dragoon, St. David, and Tombstone) has Javelina populations.
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