This squirrel is most active early in the morning and just prior to dark and is always associated with Ponderosa Pines. A map of the zones can be found at mountain lion management zones map. New Harvest Thresholds When the number of harvested mountain lions reaches the threshold, that zone closes to the additional harvest of mountain lions at sundown the Wednesday immediately following. Actually, n reports of elk have been reported in these areas or in the unit for the last couple of years. Tree stands up or down canyon from waters can be excellent and reduce the inevitable territorial dispute with other hunters over the waterhole. During the fall hunt, turkey hunting is a totally different game. Scouting is recommended only a week or two prior to the start of the hunt, due to the nature of the migration pattern. That is not a problem since the other units may not have any elk at all. The north rim of the Paria Canyon is accessed from Big Water, Utah and also requires 4-wheel drive due to soft sand. There are 1,685 limited opportunity general (rifle) elk tags available in units all over Arizona. Antlerless Hunting: After several years of antlerless hunting, many of the does on the plateau have become as hunter-wise as most bucks. Hunters obtaining an elk tag should be aware that this unit has few elk and is considered a limited opportunity hunt. Yearly reported harvest figures fluctuate around 1 dozen lions with most of these animals taken by houndsmen during the winter months. Boaters on Lake Powell should check wind advisories daily and exercise caution near tour boat wakes. Finally, mule deer throughout their range are altering their behavior as hunting pressure increases. Some say the great days of the Kaibab are past, others maintain things are as good or better than ever, and still others claim things will be great in the future. During the winter months, access to areas within Unit 12 can be extremely limited, even nonexistent. The Kaibab has supplied many happy hunting experiences in the past and will hopefully continue to do so for generations to come. We consider 5B North to have 350+ potential on early archery hunts. The unit's terrain is very rocky with rugged mountains. Its going to be HOT, if all else fails and you put in little effort, you could come away with a new pair of rattle snake boots! Majority of the deer harvested on the early hunt are younger bucks around 2 years of age. Areas: Chukar are found throughout the Kanab Creek drainage and associated side canyons and in Paria Canyon and Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness Area. Arizona is known for it's coveted and hard to acquire bull elk tags. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! You know when they say that something sounds too good to be true then A forum community dedicated to hunting and fishing enthusiasts in the Arizona area. Included in these hunts are bull only, antlerless and even 275 any-elk tags. No off-road travel by motor vehicles is allowed. Chukar are not numerous anywhere in Kanab Creek or its associated drainages. Learn more. Areas: Concentrate your efforts on the southeast side of the Plateau in sub-unit 12AE. Northern half of the unit is ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forest, rolling hills, and high mountains. Good boots, parkas, and camping gear can make or break your hunt. This area is very remote with only a few conveniences provided at the communities of Vermilion Cliffs, Cliff Dwellers, Marble Canyon, Fredonia/Kanab, and Jacob Lake. Some bighorns have also been taken from the north rim of the Paria Canyon and near spring sources along the Vermilion Cliffs. Hunt the travel corridors up or down from water and you will improve your odds. The best hunting techniques include walking, and watching and listening while sitting with your back to a tree. The Paria Plateau, which is surrounded by the Paria canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness Area, has few roads and can only be accessed from BLM road 1065 on the west side of the plateau. During both the spring and fall hunts be safe and acquire positive target identification. Drier habitat conditions further to the east limit use of this area. The current yearly limit on lions harvested in Unit 12/Zone B stands at 14. Several restaurants, store, fuel, dump stations available in several locations between Jacob and the rim. Update: For the past few years, bison have been seen near Wall Lake, as well as along Forest Service Roads 219B, 223, 270, and 610. If I was going in to there I'd focus on the Mt. 12A includes the Kaibab plateau that actually starts in southern Utah and rising up to the south to 9300+ ft. Areas: As stated earlier, concentrate your efforts in areas with large Ponderosa Pine trees and focus your observation skills on the forest floor. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Bighorn have typically been harvested along the rim of the Paria Plateau near Bush Head, Powells Monument, and Fisher Point. Walking and stalking in areas determined by scouting to hold bachelor herds of bucks can be exciting and productive. This is the classic western mule deer hunt. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Deer begin to move down from the top Buckskin Mountains to the pinyon-juniper and sagebrush flats as the snow pushes them off the plateau during the late hunt. Overview: This unit is primarily winter range for migratory deer from both the North Kaibab Plateau in Arizona and from the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah. These units are specifically managed for wildlife values other than elk, and an established elk population is not desirable. Large numbers of domestic sheep grazed on the Paria Plateau, Vermilion Cliffs, and Paria Canyon until the 1960s when the Bureau of Land Management converted all grazing permits to cattle only. To hunt Unit 12B or 12B you must now obtain a permit-tag through the big game draw process. The average Boone and Crockett score for the last 5 years has been in the mid-150s. Post not marked as liked . When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Being in position at first shooting light can be critical as the big boys are often bedded down for the day within minutes of the sun breaking the horizon. Great Buffalo viewing areas a couple miles north of park entry, If your Lucky. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Areas: As stated earlier, concentrate your efforts in areas with large Ponderosa Pine trees and focus your observation skills on the forest floor. Just remember that there are always exceptions to the rule, and land ownership is just one piece of the puzzle. . Elk are primarily found along the Black Hills that make up the Verde Rim from I-17 to the Bloody Basin road. Hunters should note, the OTC elk tag is not a companion or corresponding tag and has its own hunting season dates, areas and other restrictions. These hunts include the Arizona strip (Units 13A or 13B) or Kaibab (Units 12A East, 12A West and 12B) for mule deer. Happens every year. Once the location of turkeys has been determined getting up early, hours before first light, is critical. Under alternative management these favorable ratios should be maintained or even improved. JM. Overview: Chukar Partridge is an overlooked game bird in this unit. The hunter questionnaire link is located on the back of your tag. For a resident, it only takes ~9-10 bonus point to be guaranteed an archery tag in 5B South, likewise for 5B North. Overview: The world famous, or infamous, Kaibab Mule Deer herd. Excellent recruitment and low winter mortality for the past several years has lead to population levels similar to the early 90s. Units 36A, B and C and unit 35A and 35B have good populations of mule deer (and whitetail deer). Elevations vary from 3,000' to more than 9,200', with a large plateau, the Kaibab, comprising a majority of the unit. Arizona hunters still have an opportunity to receive a hunt permit-tag for select 2022 elk hunts. On a 12A early hunt, once again, dont bother with pinyon/juniper habitat types unless it has snowed. If old man winter has not yet shown his face follow the suggestions given for the early hunt and good luck. Waterhole hunting becomes less productive as frost begins to supply the need for water. Elevations range from approximately 4,000 in Glen Canyon to 7,000 on the Paria Plateau. Use the link, or scan code to get to this page and select the questionnaire for your hunt. I think may try to look for antlers first. The elevation in this area ranges from 3,000' to 7,000'; vegetation ranges from riparian cottonwood-willow and salt cedar along the Gila River, to Chihuahuan Desert in the lower elevations a Elk hunting in this unit can be extremely difficult due to the terrain. This squirrel is most active early in the morning and just prior to dark and is always associated with Ponderosa Pines. 12A includes the Kaibab plateau that actually starts in southern Utah and rising up to the south to 9300+ ft. Other Pertinent Climate Information Beginning at U.S. Hwy 89A and the Kaibab National Forest boundary near mp 566; southerly and easterly along the forest boundary to Grand Canyon National Park; southerly and westerly along the park boundary to Kanab Creek; northerly along Kanab Creek to Snake Gulch; northerly, easterly and southerly around the Kaibab National Forest boundary to U.S. Hwy 89A near mp 566. There are many stock tanks located throughout House Rock Valley and the antelope herds tend to center their activities on these water sources depending on the frequency of summer monsoons. The grouse season in the fall provides a beautiful time to camp on the Kaibab and an inability to locate grouse is a great excuse for enjoying some of the finest scenery and weather Arizona has to offer. J John McLaughlin Registered If you are fortunate enough to draw one of the most sought after deer tags in the United States come to the Kaibab with realistic expectations. All off-highway vehicles must display a current OHV decal and a street legal registration if operated on a county road. So what do you think Bearfoot1? Sir, Cut your losses and stay home, worst unit almost in whole state. Elk summer in the higher elevations, and as snow depths increase, they move north to lower elevations. Although this herd is only estimated to have around 100 animals, the herd appears to be fairly stable. The Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. Bring binoculars and spotting scopes. This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits. But if you go, Good Luck!!!! Four-wheel drive, chains, shovels, and winches can keep you hunting instead of being stuck for a day. I'd go the end of September into early October. There are no services on top of the Paria Plateau. Listen, debate, learn, evolve and respect. Adjust your hunting strategies accordingly and have fun. The previous year a few elk were seen and even taken there, and since I had been drawn for elk the previous year I took a chance and was drawn. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Deer Hunting in Arizona's Game Management Unit 12A - HuntScore Get unlimited access to over ten years of historical drawing and harvest data for over 1,700+ hunt units. However, for the past few years, bison have been seen near Wall Lake, as well as along Forest Service Roads 219B, 223, 270, and 610. The nonpermit-tag hunts in Units 12A and 12B are open through Dec. 31, while the nonpermit-tag hunts in Units 13A and 13B are open through Sept. 11, then again from Nov. 4 through Dec. 31. Books and countless articles have been written on the subject. Favorite Deer Units : 13 b ,12a, 12b, 10, 17a & b,18b , 21, 23, 44, 20c Favorite Antelope Units: 5a, 7, 9, 10, 7a, 18a. The squirrel is dark in color, has tufted ears, and has a large white bushy tail. QUICK NAV: RESIDENCY STATUS: SHOW ODDS FOR: or SHOW UNIT: Arizona - Elk. Use the link, or scan code to get to this page and select the questionnaire for your hunt. Overview: The Unit 12A Mountain Lion population, based on harvest information and observed lion sign, appears to be healthy and robust. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Dont be a statistic. The elk nonpermit-tags are not valid in all units statewide. Be prepared for remote camping as the only amenities during the spring hunt are at Jacob Lake and in Fredonia. During the winter months access to areas within Unit 12 can be extremely limited, even nonexistent. Our Arizona late-season elk hunts are a great hunt for hunters that want to experience bachelor herds of bull elk. Grouse often flush at close range in thick cover so be prepared for quick shooting. Elk Hunting Arizona Elk 2a,2b,2c Ronin75 Oct 26, 2019 Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member R Ronin75 Well-Known Member Joined Feb 29, 2012 Messages 570 Oct 26, 2019 #1 Anyone have experience hunting the above units for elk? With continued and persistent drought the woody winter browse in 12AW has been less than productive for the past several years and as result concerns over the carrying capacity of this vital range are warranted. 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 Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. During the fall hunt gas, food, and lodging can be found in Fredonia, Jacob Lake, and near DeMotte Park. The state line is only marked at dirt road crossings. The health and longevity of this winter range is critical to the long term sustainability of the 12A deer herd. From the East: U.S. Hwy 89A Areas: Concentrate your efforts on the southeast side of the Plateau in sub-unit 12AE. If frost has cured out the summer range forage and some cold weather has struck, concentrate your efforts in the pinyon/juniper areas and even farther out in the sage and open canyon country. Have fun, Maybe the trees will be in fall colors when your there, Beautiful colors that time of year. Waterhole hunting becomes less productive as frost begins to supply the need for water. Find areas overlooking large open expanses and plan on sitting still for hours on end and glassing until you feel like your eyes are going to fall out. One . Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region II 928 774-5045 I don't know if there is a worse hunt to be drawn for to be honest. Bachelor herds are typically broken up by this hunt and bucks can be relatively evenly distributed throughout the plateau. Learn More. in Page; Lees Ferry Campground, 4 miles north of Marble Canyon, administered by the National Park Service. Our Arizona hunting unit scouting packages were developed to give the do it yourself hunter a head start when planning their Arizona Deer, Elk, Bear and Javelina hunts. Yearly reported harvest figures fluctuate around 1 dozen lions with most of these animals taken by houndsmen during the winter months. Areas: The Buckskin Mountains in the central portion of the unit contains the highest densities of deer and is best to hunt after mid-October. During big winter storms, unit experiences snowfalls that can make travel hazardous. This bird was first documented in 12B in Paria Canyon, but has since been regularly observed along the Kanab Creek/ Snake Gulch drainage. Remember this deer herd is extremely migratory and will remain at higher elevations until significant snowfall pushes them off. Arizona Wildlife Outfitters also offers some exceptional deer hunting on Mule Deer units 12A and 13B. Also look for turkey scratch, those locations where flocks of turkeys have been feeding and have disturbed the litter layer of the forest floor. Dreams have been realized, or shattered, on every hunt in this Unit since its inception. That is not a problem since the other units may not have any elk at all. Come prepared for all types of weather. On the Kaibab Plateau the bird has a very restricted range occupying mixed conifer habitat types near the south end of the Kaibab National Forest and is also found in the Grand Canyon National Park North Rim. Also, several lions are sighted each year by hunters glassing canyons and watching waters. The health and longevity of this winter range is critical to the long term sustainability of the 12A deer herd. The prepared hunter is often the successful hunter. From the West: State Hwy 389 Conditions can vary from 80 degrees to below freezing, from sunny to snow, and from pleasant to down right ugly. Anyone drawing a 16A elk tag should be prepared to work hard on both scouting and hunting trips. These areas are open to foot and horseback travel only. In addition to the 48-hr reporting requirement, the hunter (or their designee) needs to present the mountain lions skull and hide with attached proof of sex to a designated Arizona Game and Fish Department employee for inspection within 10 days of taking the mountain lion. After a snow storm a hunter will drive the roads found within the Unit 12 winter deer range early in the morning looking for tracks. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. It was an early October hunt and the rut would be winding down but not over. Also, Jacobs Lake is about 30 minutes from the canyon and a great spot to camp. Keep movements to a minimum, scan the surrounding area constantly, and listen for turkey vocalizations. During the spring hunt be prepared for cold temperatures and even snow. The Kaibab Squirrel is a subspecies of the Aberts Squirrel which is found only on the Kaibab Plateau, Mount Logan, and Mount Trumbull. Areas: During the spring turkey hunt significant winter snowfall can affect access and often dictates hunting locations. Identification seems to be a prevalent problem for first time grouse hunters as poult turkeys, Band-tailed Pigeons, and even Northern Goshawks are often mistaken for grouse. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. Like many Arizona elk units, 5A bulls are very responsive to calling. 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