by arizonaelitefreak Thu Aug 06, 2009 1:16 pm, Post 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. 375. The quality of your hunt depends on you. It just takes more effort on the hunters part. Scores. Please pick up spent shot-shells, complaints have been received because livestock have ingested them causing complications and it is littering, a revocable offense. Javelina forage on the warmest slopes first during cold weather. The portion of the Mule Mountains south of Highway 80 between Bisbee and Douglas, called the Mule Tails, has access points along Highway 80 in Mule Gulch, milepost 350, and the Warren Road east of Bisbee. Mule Deer. Good luck. 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. Also, parts of the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area are closed to firearm hunting (Charleston Rd. Some extra scouting, and hiking into the more inaccessible areas, may help you take a larger buck. DRAW ODDS . Land around populated areas (Bisbee, Double Adobe, McNeal, Elfrida, Sunsites, Richland, Dragoon, St. David, and Tombstone) has Javelina populations. In 1929, the mule deer season was closed south of the Gila River, and even as recently as 1946, fewer than 5,000 mule deer (more than 80 percent of all deer killed) were harvested in Arizona. On private land, access can be revoked any time. Recently, residential development in the Pearce/Sunsite area has increased, thus eliminating areas to hunt. Antlers are composed of material similar to that of bone. Media | by MuleyMadness Sat Aug 08, 2009 11:33 pm, Post 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. Access is open along the west side of the mountain, into Henry, Slavin, and the West Stronghold Canyon. Finding areas where plants have been rooted up, bedding sites, and by glassing over these areas will help you in locate Javelina. When fully grown, the antlers harden, the velvet dries, and is rubbed off. Some areas of the river are closed to firearms hunting. Thanks for subscribing! Go through town and take the exit for Highway 80 to St. David. The October/November hunts in these units can be drawn with 0-3 bonus points and they are great units for desert mule deer. Live Weight: M-200-225lbs. Do not leave spent shot-shells lying in the field and around water tanks. Get a free account to view the details! Past problems including littering, vandalism, off-road travel, trespass, and leaving gates open have created hardships with local landowners and have resulted in access closure. Oak woodlands grow on the steep, rugged Dragoon and Mule mountains at elevations of 5000 to 7000. The Charleston Hills and Three Brothers Hills can also be accessed at several points along the Charleston Road, or at milepost 65 on HWY. Higher elevations in the Dragoon and Mule Mountains experience occasional, short-term snow accumulations. and Davis Road. The Mule Tails are the hills south of the Mule Mountains. See the Access Information for details. Southern Arizona Mule deer and - whitetail. Knowledge of land status relating to ownership is as important as hunting skills in this unit, since so much of mule deer habitat is on private land in the unit. 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. Freeport- McMoRan owns large tracts of land in the southern end of the Mules, specifically in the Bisbee area and restricts hunting. The Dragoon Mountains are part of the Coronado National Forest and a forest service map will help you with the road system. 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. 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. Over the course of the past two decades, it has been noticed the whitetail are occupying traditional mule deer habitat in lower elevations. From the North: State Hwy 80, U.S. 191 See Access Information for details. Pion Canyon Maneuver Site Colo. unit 142, FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. Thanks!! Be sure and have all the pertinent hunt regulations with you before you go hunting. Visit www.blm.gov/visit/san-pedro.com to inquire about additional information. There are several dirt roads leading out into the desert or to the river. Stock tanks are full of water this year after a great summer monsoon season, however it is difficult to find high concentrations of birds due to this. The San Pedro River can be accessed near Benson, St. David, HWY 82, Charleston Road, and HWY 92. In some cases, no signs are posted on the boundaries, however trespassing is enforced. However, they will also feed in the bottoms where the spring growth will first come up. There is a lot of private lands and as of now I am focusing on doing some scouting around Dragoon Mountain. Continuing down Highway 80 to Middle March Road, which is only a couple of miles north of Tombstone. Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Scaled quail can be found throughout the unit in high desert grassland communities. 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. No trespass/hunting signs have been posted on private property on the Christensen Ranch. Bed sites are commonly used on a regular basis. Privacy Notice | Access is gained from Highway 80 at Mule Gulch, milepost 350, and the Warren Road (south of Highway 80, east of Bisbee). Bucks are polygamous and fight for a harem of does during the winter breeding season. To access the San Pedro River and St. David, get off of I-10 at Benson. Overall, the unit has approximately 125.5 square miles of whitetail deer habitat of medium to low density, in the Dragoon and Mule Mountains. Advertise on HuntScore and reach hunters interested in this hunting unit! Nov 11 - Nov 17 . Never hunted mule deer down there. Antlered mule deer. The Tombstone Hills can be accessed off of Highway 80 south of Tombstone, and the Charleston Road west of Tombstone. Javelina usually bed in drainages with adequate cover or near feeding areas on the mountain slopes. 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. Another access point for the Mule Tails is from the Paul Spur Road, this road intersects Highway 80 about halfway between Bisbee and Douglas. Antlered mule deer. The Mule Mountains have access roads locked going into Sandy Bob, Dixie, Mexican, Gadwell and Abrigo Canyons. Seems state law says you can't refuse them water if they ask and they know that. The amount of localized rainfall will determine the dove distribution in the unit. 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. In 2016 the first bear season was offered in the unit. A forum community dedicated to hunting and fishing enthusiasts in the Arizona area. The amount of localized rainfall will determine the dove distribution in the unit. Homes have been built at the mouth of Moore and Bolsa Canyons, affecting access to those areas, and several homes have been constructed and roads posted/ locked in the Abrigo Canyon/Red Mountain area. Do not leave spent shot-shells lying in the field and around water tanks. Deer Hunting in Arizona Game Management Unit 30A . Another access point for the Mule Tails is from the Paul Spur Road, this road intersects Highway 80 about halfway between Bisbee and Douglas. 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. The Juniper Flats Road travels northeast to the radio towers and provides access to the top of the mountain. Beginning at U.S. Hwy. 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. Read about advertising on huntscore here. Before hunting on agricultural fields, obtain permission from landowners in the farming areas. Specializing in unit 12b for northern AZ mule deer, and units 27, 28, 31 and 32 in southern Arizona. . Current access is subject to change at any time. 702.847.8747 Plan your Arizona big game hunt with an interactive unit boundary map. These populations are isolated to the Dragoon Mountains and the southern end of the Mule Mountains near Bisbee. Preseason scouting, preparation for the environmental conditions, and physical conditioning are important factors. See Access Information for details. 92, there are various dirt roads intersecting the highway from the north (m.p. Terms of Use | The main things to remember while hunting are; antler structure, size, tail size and color. This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits. Generally they prefer the more rugged country. More than 86 percent of these were mule deer and nearly 10,000 were antlerless animals. The success and quality of your hunt will likely increase with the distance from your vehicle and roads. I can't help you out, but welcome to MuleyMadness. There are 1 OTC hunts in this unit. 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. The most abundant deer in Arizona is the Rocky Mountain mule deer. Our guide and outfitter service is available in AZ units 12b west, 12a west, 12a east, 13a, and 13b as well. Hunting Arizona mule deer hunting outfitter and guide service with Dieringer Outfitters LLC. "A gun is as good or as bad as the man using it. This area offers various hunting opportunities including waterfowl, big game and small game. These hunts are before any of the adult rifle hunts and hunting pressure is light. 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. Please read and obey the landowners requests, and obtain permission before going afield. 92, there are various dirt roads intersecting the highway from the north (m.p. Any tips or information would be greatly appreciated. The main things to remember while hunting are antler structure, size, tail size and color. The unit varies considerably in elevation and vegetation types. Number of Young: 2 The quail populations have suffered from the past drought years, but due to current condition, the desert quail in the area are trying to respond favorably. Both mourning dove and white-wing dove occurs, but the majority of the harvest and opportunities will be for mourning dove. The Dragoon Mountain Ranch does not allow access on the ranch/housing development, which covers the majority of the west slope of the Dragoons down to S.R. 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. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region V - 520 628-5376 . Near the Bisbee Airport, there are dirt roads that will take you into the Mule Tails. Bureau of Land Management, San Pedro Project (520) 258-7200 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. Never hunted mule deer down there. Whitetail can also be found along the San Pedro River, but the thick vegetation can make it difficult to get a good clean shot at a buck. There is limited habitat in the upper elevations of the Dragoon and Mule Mountains. Check your email for a confirmation message. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. White-tailed Deer Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Shane, From SHANE The Movie. 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 Exit 331; northeasterly on I-10 to U.S. Hwy. Focus on available waters and food sources for the spring hunt in the Unit. It is a great hunt for giant bucks and we have focused our efforts there for many years. With the institution of permit-only deer hunting the following year, hunter numbers dropped from more than 97,000 to fewer than 68,000. If a dry summer is encountered, dove will be very dependent on the limited water sources found in the area. The west side of the Dragoon Mountains can be reached by taking Highway 80 south of I-10 at Benson. Access from the Dragoon exit on I-10 is another option. 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. Also, accessible habitat within the Mule and Dragoon Mountains can be far from existing road and extremely rugged. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. Be Aware of the Species, more violations of taking the wrong species have occurred in this unit so please be patient and aware of the differences in the two species! To hunt deer in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a deer tag. Despite a serious overpopulation of deer on the North Kaibab in the 1920s, deer numbers appeared to decline in the rest of the state. 2023 Photos & Text Copyright - Dieringer Outfitters LLC Area: Gambels quail can be found in isolated areas in the unit. During this past winter, the area received adequate rainfall and as a result, rabbit numbers are up, and provide an increased small game hunting opportunity. Generally they prefer the more rugged country. Larger herds can still be located, although hiking may be the only means of accessing such areas. 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. 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. 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. 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. Overview: Both mourning dove and whitewing dove occurs, but the majority of the harvest and opportunities will be for mourning dove. 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. 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. 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). 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. 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