DaveR covered it well. Thanks for the pointers so far. Our online/print magazine has everything in one location: Application info, draw details and odds, fees, hunter requirements, point structure, age restrictions, youth information, weapon restrictions, other tag opportunities, hunt planning and much more. The Boquillas Ranch/Diamond A Ranch will be implementing new ranch rules and requirements within the ranch boundaries. Success rates are drastically higher than that of late archery seasons simply because firearms are substantially easier to kill elk with at much greater distances. Unit 10 is approximately 51 percent private land, 30 percent state land, and 8 percent National Forest Service, with the remainder being National Park and Indian reservation that is not open to hunting. Funny story, my wife had a December unit 10 cow tag in '05 and it was spitting snow (her first hunt in a while). Bring your own water and haul out all of your garbage. If you are unfamiliar with the AZ Draw process I'd suggest reading our post Understanding the Arizona Big Game Draw and Application Process. Up early and into a good location to glass. Javelina have been seen in the Ponderosa pine country near Williams. What exactly you are looking for when it comes to an elk hunt is Arizona? We will continue to add and update individual hunts there. The Perrin Ranch (LO Flat) allows access, but has implemented several road closures on the ranch. to Airpark Rd. Just grasses? A herd of elk can feed along at a relatively fast rate and can easily out-distance a stalking bow hunter. No single area in Unit 10 should be overlooked. There is only one hill in the area to spot from, so I would spend some time learning where the bulls are by picking areas and looking for elk. At 11 points, 3/4 hunters were drawn. There is a catch however. Youth-Only general antlerless hunts area a great opportunity to get youngsters interested in hunting. Areas: The Kaibab National Forest portion of Unit 10 is a good location to hunt elk. . Glassing is important in this area. Population densities range from low-to-medium with the higher densities generally occurring in the Williams corner and the Aubrey Cliffs areas. Previous advice I've been given is that by October they'll not be bugling, will be spooked and looking for sanctuary areas to hide. I had some good intel when I had the tag several years ago. Good luck and happy hunting. I thought we might start hearing some bugling, but didn't hear a peep at all. Never leave home without your lion tag; sooner or later you will run into one. Boone and Crockett bulls are taken yearly in Arizona. For many new hunters, getting in the field is often the highest consideration. I have not hunted elk in this unit during the late hunt. The Bishop Lake Plateau, the Aubrey Valley, Red Lake, and the Williams corner have all produced a number of big bucks. For season dates, review the 2022 Pronghorn and Elk Regulations. The elk is in a full rut during these 2 hunts and this time period is when the biggest bulls in the unit are the most visible and therefore most vulnerable to hunting. The spot I'm referring to is directly below the above described campground. Unit 61 is hands down one of Colorado's most exciting units to hunt. Dedicated lion hunters should also check around Long Point, Black Tanks, Cataract Canyon, Paradise Ridge and many points in between. Since AZGFD manages their elk herd aggressively, meaning that if a unit has over 35% harvest on the late firearm hunt and has over a 35:100 bull to cow ratio, they dont hesitate to increase tags. Hunters must follow the ranch rules: do not litter, do not camp mile from water, stay on roads/trails, keep gates closed, and no trail cameras on private property sections. The map area you show is below the Gentry campground. Curious, when glassing, not in early a.m., where are you looking? Also got sick as a dog and barely made it out. I've hunted 10 quite a bit, and I'll be back out there this fall and season for my son's U10 late rifle bull hunt. Calling, glassing, and sitting at water holes are the preferred methods of hunting turkey in this unit. Typically by that time they're done. What is a "sanctuary" area when there are nodeep canyons? This is a naturally occurring population and not a transplant. More about this lot > Elk Antler Sides: 2485-0775: 45. If you plan on hunting with us, check out our blog series of unit breakdowns labeled "Hunt Overview" describing some of our most preferred elk hunts throughout the years. Late archery: 31% Late rifle: 77%: Unit 10: 360"+ 23:100: 39.2%: Early archery: 31% Early rifle: 87% Muzzleloader: 30% Late archery: 15% Late rifle: 39% . It is my opinion that first-timers to elk hunting should be looking at tags with a balance of higher draw odds and moderate success rates. Mule deer in Unit 10 do not appear to be migratory. It's special features include: a very large opening for easy refilling, a quick-release hose, a shut-off valve, and because it is made of a special plastic, there is absolutely no bad taste that you get with other brands. Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Elk Hunting Arizona Unit 10 late rifle: Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Page 1 of 2 : 1: 2: Arizona Unit 10 late rifle #8811472 04/26/14. #11. Most of the unit is accessible throughout the year, but winter storms and sudden summer thunderstorms make a 4-wheel-drive vehicle almost a necessity. They have a fee (I think $60) to hunt their ranch property. Thanks. You can't hunt if you don't draw! You just never can tell Elk are very vocal year round if you ever listen to a herd of cows that are not being bothered you will hear alot of cow talk. Consult with Hunters Who Have Hunted in Your Unit, Join Now! What is your experience level with hunting elk? In 2022, it will offer a rifle hunt and not a muzzleloader hunt. If you plan on hunting with us, check out our blog series of unit breakdowns labeled ", Not all elk units are created equal. Campfire Regular. The state offers a variety of terrain and climates that make it a perfect place to pursue these majestic animals. The draw back to these hunts comes in the form of hunter success, which is very low. The best time to hunt lions is on fresh snow, but hunters with good dogs can work lions on dry ground as well. If I decide on the trophy squirrel hunt instead, I will trade tags with you since you asked first. But, with most of the AZ late hunts, its all about staying engaged in the hunt for the full 7 days, scouting prior to the season if you can, and having realistic expectations. I have gone 3/3 the last 3 years in 10 for elk, 2 early rifle cow tags and last year an archery bull, so I haven't chased elk during your hunt but have been out there during the archery deer. Antelope are sometimes found in areas of relatively dense juniper cover. Dont shoot the first bull you see, unless it is a real monster. Get on google earth and find some areas on the ranch that have an area of openness that is in one of the patch's that the roads go around but do not cross thru. Call us at (602)705-4297 and book your hunt with the best trophy hunting providers in Arizona now! Therefore, permits have been cut drastically. For information about accessing the Big Boquillas Ranch for hunting purposes, please visit their webpage at www.huntbigboranch.com. You may be more likely to get quick replies if you post there? I would recommend spending a lot of time from high points glassing for elk. Blind jumping, similar to claim jumping with miners has become a problem in recent years. The draw structure, management practices, elk population levels, and hunter interest results in Arizona being one of the more difficult states to acquire a tag in. Looks like some good high timber and a few low spots. If you have any familiarity with elk hunting "the rut" experience is probably high on your list, especially in Arizona. During mid day put the wind in your face and creep thru the thickest stands of trees and follow the trails watching ahead of you. For access to all of our research and data we've collected over the last 20+ years, then join today and access the best research tools for hunting Elk in Arizona including 3D Maps, Draw Odds, Consultations and much more. I will be there helping my dad hopefully harvest his first elk. I'm a mile wide and a inch deep, but hunting has been the only thing that is consistent in my life. Nov 7, 2021. Units with less topography are equally as difficult during the late season to find older age class bulls with no rut and very few vantage points to give hunters the edge. Gong rats and good luck. This is flat to rolling country with a lot of roads and a lot of roadless areas. As a result of the higher success rates draw odds are lower. Unit 10 - Arizona Species Information Antelope Overview: If you want to hunt a record-book antelope, this is the place. By Do you have a specific elk hunting experience you are after? Gong rats and good luck. Arizona Elk Outfitters LLC has a tremendous amount of resources at our disposal to help you harvest your very own world-class bull elk in Arizonas world-famous Unit 10 this elk season. However, if they are below the rim, things get interesting. Instructional videos or cassettes can be helpful, but hearing real elk will also help. We will be over by round mountain if that matters. Up early and into a good location to glass. 22N is a great unit and there are a lot of Elk there. 2022 tag numbers for Arizona Unit 6A elk Archery cow - 25 tags Archery bull - 700 tags Late archery bull - 50 tags Rifle (general ) cow - 350 tags Rifle (general) Bull - 750 tags Late archery Late muzzleloader - 325 tags (bull) Late muzzleloader - 75 tags (cow) Unit 6A Scouting Packages and Downloads Scouting Packages Overview: An overview is exactly what you will have when you hunt desert bighorn sheep in Units 9 or 10. Episode 237: Breakdown Arizona Unit 10 Elk and Arizona Antelope Statewide Units with Craig Steele 442 views Apr 19, 2020 Jay Scott talks about Arizona Elk Unit 10 and Antelope in. There are many hunt options to choose from and many people will apply for the most sought after early season "trophy" hunts. We will ensure that you make the most of your long-awaited Unit 10 elk tag and provide you with a successful and enjoyable professional trophy elk hunting experience. These trophy elk hunts in the rut are the best time to focus on trying to harvest a world-class Arizona bull elk in Unit 10. The ability to crawl for long distances helps. These hunts are much more desirable. Nov 19, 2013. I just got a map sent to me of the property. Elk are located in pockets across the unit and do move from year-to-year depending on water available and forage conditions. Thanks for the input and hopefully I will have a story to tell in about 5 months, not that I am counting. How long are you willing to wait for a tag? varnco, September 11, 2018 in Elk Hunting, My buddy and I went up scouting Unit 10 (Bo Ranch) this past weekend, as we have the first Cow Elk Rifle in Mid October. For the expert or for the novice, make the most of your elk hunting application and tailor you choices to fit with the exact hunt experience you're after. Fall Turkey Bag Limit: acura mdx won't start clicking noise 2022 Big Game Hunting Regulations PDF (18.2MB) Win Your Dream Hunt Corrections to Regulations Moose Hunt Areas Map Bighorn Sheep Units Maps Mountain Goat Hunt Areas Map Elk Areas Maps 2023 Multi-Season Permits Deer Areas Maps Game Management Unit Maps 2022 Spring Wild Turkey Game Bird . Most of the hunts we suggest people apply for are early archery and late rifle hunts. There is a fall archery-only over-the-counter permit hunt available in the fall. I can let you know what I find. There are a lot of elk in this unit. Ranch rules and requirements went into effect August 22, 2013. Using a rifle and having a high success rate are the two most compelling factors for applying for a late rifle hunt. It is a big Unit. Toggle navigation. Overview: Black bears are not common in Unit 10, but they do either live here or travel through on a regular basis. Several ranches in Unit 10 are already closed to public access. My buddy is 2 for 2 doing this and going for 3rd hopefully this yr. in the middle of straight up antelope country. Please respect other hunters hunting blinds and just dont plan on using one you didnt put up. Like everywhere else, there are a bunch that aren't so serious, but plenty who are, and know what they are doing. I got off the road alot in unit 10 3 years ago. Colorado Unit 61 Elk Hunts. Be prepared with extra food, water, gas, and perhaps a second spare tire. Had a late rifle tag for this year & donated it to the Arizona Elk Society because I started a new job & can't get the time off. Lots of guys on there with years of AZ experience. The Grand Canyon and Cataract Canyon form the units truly spectacular northern and northeastern boundaries. Arizona has two separate archery and rifle seasons in most units. These hunts have phenomenal success rates, high quality bulls, and offer a great hunt experience. Biggest bull we found in 7 days were 5x5's. Overview: Unit 10 is not a white-tailed deer hotspot. I was expecting more pinion and a bit more elevation/canyons. I got drawn for a Bull Elk Hunt in Unit 8 and plan to rifle hunt the Sycamore Canyon area during the first week of December. The terrain bulls are in during that timeframe is rugged and thick and its an archery season. The mule deer population exhibits signs of a high level of predation by lions and coyotes. Moisture levels and feed are great going into this winter, and bulls harvested during the late hunts were in good shape. Late season rifle hunts take place in late November to early December. The late-season archery elk hunts and late season rifle elk hunts in Arizona unit 10 also offer the non-resident elk hunter much better tag drawing odds. Posted By: Anaconda Re: Arizona Unit 10 late rifle - 04/26/14 I don't much about unit 10, but I have hunted late season elk near by. That's my family's favorite weekend because it's the only time we can all get together. Notice: The fall hunting season is a limited weapon shotgun-shooting shot season only. The unit is a mix of flat to rolling grassland prairie and rolling to mountainous pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pine-Gambel oak habitat types. But we're focusing on that side, as we understand there are elk there and likely less hunters (I've been told the further west and north you go, the less hunters [williams area will be slammed]). In Arizona, snowy weather is a two-edged sword. Arizona's current elk population is courtesy of Yellowstone National Park. There's some of the Kaibab National Forest in unit 10. The next rung up the ladder and a drastic increase in quality are late season "general" rifle bull elk hunts. These changes include implementation by the ranch operator and land owner of new Ranch Rules that govern allowable hunter activities and a recreational impact fee for most adults. i saw a lot of bulls there during antelope season. to AZ Hwy 64; south on AZ Hwy 64 to I-40. Preparing ourselves for the crowds. Areas: The best turkey hunting in Unit 10 usually takes place in the Ponderosa pine country on the Kaibab National Forest within 5-7 miles of Williams. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Please make sure your youth hunter is sure of their target, knows the appropriate place to take a clear shot at the vitals, waits the appropriate amount of time to determine if the animal is wounded, and takes follow-up shots, if needed. Arizona elk hunting in Unit 27 & 23 and also unit 1 & 10 offer some of the best rifle elk hunting in Arizona.Arizona hunter, guide, and outfitter Tim Winslow.. Unit 9 alternates between a rifle and muzzleloader hunt each year. Posts: 2,229. Sometimes I see them all day and then sometimes it takes days to see one. Elevations run near 5,500 to 7,000 across most of the unit. I have not hunted elk in this unit during the late hunt. look at the Arizona elk hunting species page or contact Dillon Currie at (623) 606-3364 or hunts@chasentheking.com. Elk Arizona Unit 10 Late Rifle CareyJAF50 Apr 6, 2017 1 2 Next Apr 6, 2017 #1 CareyJAF50 Well Known Rokslider Joined Jan 11, 2016 Messages 165 Is the Arizona unit 10 late rifle hunt as mega shitty as I keep reading around about, or are those probably just road hunters? Good boots and good optics. . These coincide with the Arizona elk rut and make for a far different and often more dramatic experience when it come to elk interactions. If you are at the upper end of these point ranges always consider changing your draw strategy to a higher quality hunt choice, such as early archery. Brief Description of Terrain, Elevation, and Vegetation. There are lots of Bulls and Cows in 10, However in the late season they stick around the Wind Turbine Tower area and the outskirts/hills of the wind farm, which last (2012) year was closed off and G.D.!! Negotiations are ongoing, and if they reach an agreement, permits numbers will go back to the same for elk. For anyone out there that draws an early tag in unit 10 you should call these guys, they have 92K acres of private and lots of elk and were a blast to hunt with. There are usually a few 400-point bulls here in years of good precipitation and range conditions. Our 2023 Arizona Elk Hunt RATES Choose a "Hunter to Guide Ratio" of either 1-on-1 or 2-on-1. it is very flat for an elk unit in AZ, very few remote canyons. Unit Boundaries I know coes for example, are find of the flower on barrel cactus. A hunter should walk the rim of the canyon and look down. Bulls prefer different habitat types during the late season tending toward secluded, isolated, and topographically rugged locations and many of the biggest bulls live in places where they cannot be reasonably hunted. Since I am in Ohio and my brother lives in Arizona, all the scouting is going to be done by him and his son. Overview: Mule deer occur unit-wide with the exception of wide-open grassland areas. More bear sign is observed during or immediately following severe drought periods. It has become a long-haul state for any early archery or rifle bull tag, but it is well worth the wait. This is a great unit for harvesting bulls in the 310-330 range. Waterhole hunting from blinds or good hiding places can be a good method of hunting elk in the warmer times of the year. Interested Arizona elk hunters can also apply for the late season elk hunts in Unit 10 if they do not have enough Arizona elk bonus points built up to draw one of the highly sought after rut season elk tags in Arizona Unit 10. Vary your use of different calls and calling sounds to keep the elk on edge. There are several herds in the Ash Fork area and along Welsh Road. Experience also makes much more difficult hunts a more reasonable option. The late-season rifle elk hunt in Unit 23 is also one of our top picks for the best late-season rifle elk hunts in the state of Arizona. There may be some bugling, but don't count on it. This unit has all the right ingredients for growing giant bulls and unit 10 should always be very high on your list of the best Arizona units to apply for elk in. Hunters should be . Sep 10, 2013 #2 That unfortunately is a very difficult hunt to kill a nice bull. Unit 10 is on the fringe of whitetail habitat so I wouldnt specifically plan a whitetail hunt here. Super bummed I can't hunt this year! Unit 10 is a very huntable elk unit due to the fact that this unit is interspersed with a lot of hills rolling hills, broken ridge country, and lots of knobs that make excellent glassing points from which to scout and hunt trophy Arizona elk from. I am sure there are good bulls in there- but I never found em. Pay attention to the overall number of late rifle tags as they are very high and often catch hunters off guard who think this is going to be a low-pressure hunting situation due to the number of points required to draw. Most of the hunts we suggest people apply for are early archery and late rifle hunts. The problem lies in units with topography like 8 and 27 that leaves elk vulnerable to being spotted in big canyons and long-range rifles can pick them off at 800+ yards. Please respect private property and help to keep the unit open to public access. Can't sit water, use cameras, tree stand/blinds, ATV/UTV. JavaScript is disabled. I dont much about unit 10, but I have hunted late season elk near by. Bulls are incredibly vocal during the rut and encounters can be close. Cattle grazing and overhunting the sub-species led to its demise in the early part of the 20th century. Dedicated hunters who put in their time will locate mature bucks. Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Elk Hunting Arizona Unit 10 late rifle: Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Page 1 of 2 : 1: 2: Arizona Unit 10 late rifle #8811472 04/26/14. The late-season rifle and archery elk hunts in unit 10 do not have a nearly as high potential for trophy elk as the early hunts but, you still have the chance of harvesting a great bull elk on these late hunts with plenty of hard work being done before your hunt and a little bit of luck on your side. I dont much about unit 10, but I have hunted late season elk near by. When there are no deep canyons, do they just tend to go to remote areas and hunker down during the day? Heading up to unit 10 myself for the late rifle hunt - managed to draw a bull tag, but by the sounds of it I'm not so sure that too many bulls will be available. Good boots and good optics. Beginning at the junction of AZ Hwy 64 and I-40; westerly on I-40 to Crookton Rd. Treat all land entered as if it were your own. AZGFD has had a contract to allow unit 10 hunters the opportunity to hunt on this ranch for a minimal trespass fee in the past. As a result, there is no contract in place at this time. All Rights Reserved. Just keep looking and dont pull the trigger too soon. The time I was able to hunt though- slim pickins. All of these units have the potential to produce magnum size bulls. Current management has AZGFD maximising the amount of tags issued in units until there is clearly an issue with quality and then they will slowly start to reduce tags until they can see an upswing and then its back to pedal to the metal. Toprut says 10 will do it but no luck last year. I saw elk there also, but would be tough to pack one out. Research the latest Arizona Elk Hunting Draw Odds and Harvest Data for Unit 10. With incredible genetics, it produces 400 class bulls every year, even on the drought years. AZGFD didn't mention this until they sent you your tag. Most of the unit is private property that is open to public access, but closed to off-road travel. Search our database of Arizona Elk guided opportunities. Driftwood Canyon, Disquiba Canyon, and the main stem of Cataract Canyon itself as far south as the area around the Carlson Pothole catchment are the best locations. Scouting for the early bull hunt during the archery hunt should be as unobtrusive as possible. Unit 10 elk still respond to calling and this method of hunting can be as exciting as it gets. Athough a monster bull can be pulled from any unit, the numbers of big bulls are down from 10 years ago, in my humble opinion, and lots of hours on the groundToo many bull tags and an opinion of the Game and fish board wanting to reduce the numbers of elk overall.. Out of all these units, unit 1 has been the black sheep with quality being noticeably lower, but with recent tag cuts and a great population, it is looking better and better. Arizona has two separate archery and rifle seasons in most units. Go on more hunts with better information! The hunter friendly terrain that is found here is also what makes Unit 10 one of our top picks for the best late-season rifle elk hunts in Arizona. The Kaibab National Forest has implemented its Travel Management Rule that designated a system of roads, trails, and areas for motorized use, and to prohibit all motor vehicle use off the designated system. i saw a lot of bulls there during antelope season. Our number 3 choice: Arizona Hunt Unit 23. That's a tough choice. You really think they will be in the open in October? Hunting sheep in Cataract Canyon is usually not a simple affair. For specific seasons and dates check the regulations brochure. If you are unfamiliar with the AZ Draw process I'd suggest reading our post, Late Archery: Easiest to Draw, Hardest to Hunt, Late Rifle: Best Draw odds for Firearms Hunts, Early Rifle/Muzzleloader: Most Coveted, Largest Bulls, There are many hunt options to choose from and many people will apply for the most sought after early season "trophy" hunts.

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