This bird was first documented in 12B in Paria Canyon, but has since been regularly observed along the Kanab Creek/ Snake Gulch drainage. Grouse hunting is a great excuse to come to the Kaibab to enjoy a cooler climate. Concentrate in areas dominated by this type of vegetation and look for turkey tracks in the snow, mud, dust, or around water sources. From the East: U.S. Hwy 89A As a result of continued drought those areas of higher elevation, specifically those areas with spruce/fir/aspen forests have been the most productive areas for the past several years. Hunters interested in purchasing an elk tag should be aware that this unit has few elk and is considered a limited opportunity hunt. Sometimes the November and December hunts can be. A relatively constant output of older age-class deer has been evident, throughout the history of the plateau. Deer from the North Kaibab start migrating northward to merge with the Utah deer in early-November. Page, Marble Canyon, Jacob Lake, Cliff Dwellers, Fredonia, Major Highways and Roads Leading To Be prepared for extreme weather. . There are no easy ways to hunt them, but the breath-taking scenery makes it a great place to try. Trumbull and or Grand Canyon Wilderness. Before each hunting trip, verify that the zone is still open, by calling 877-438-0447 or checking online: view harvest thresholds and zone closures. Very few services are available for gas and food. Data currently indicates that buck: doe ratios, a very important management statistic, have rebounded as of late and are significantly higher than the statewide average. To hunt Unit 12B or 12B you must now obtain a permit-tag through the big game draw process. The Grand Canyon National Park is not open to hunting. Salt licks are a great attractant for deer and provide the same opportunity as waterholes. If there are any elk they migrate down from Utah and move south until the canyon stops them. Adjust your hunting strategies accordingly and have fun. The bottom line you may have to wait almost a quarter of your life to get a tag to go hunting in . Got a Buffalo up there , why ont Elk ? The Department reminds hunters that bison within these hunt areas are at low densities or may not be present during the hunt. Many come with visions of 32 wide racks with multiple points per side, still others are happy with a tender yearling forkhorn. Approximately 20% of Arizona's elk hunting opportunity is found in this unit. Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. Other Pertinent Climate Information Most of the scouting packages we offer are two days. Motor vehicle travel is restricted to existing roads on all BLM land in the Unit. Bighorn have typically been harvested along the rim of the Paria Plateau near Bush Head, Powells Monument, and Fisher Point. Often roosting turkeys will respond to these calls giving a hunter a location to begin the mornings hunt. New Detailed bison hunt information web page. Like many Arizona elk units, 5A bulls are very responsive to calling. One of the few spots in the country to see Buffalo as well. After a snow storm a hunter will drive the roads found within the 12A winter deer range early in the morning looking for tracks. The current yearly limit on lions harvested in Unit 12/Zone B stands at 14. Toggle between terrain, satellite, and topographic views, 1st choice license applications and licenses drawn, Draw odds for resident and nonresident applicants, Harvest stats by hunt_code, manner, season, sex, type, Average # of days between precip or snow event, Probability of other weather events (thunder, hail, etc) by by month. The Kaibab has supplied many happy hunting experiences in the past and will hopefully continue to do so for generations to come. Remember this deer herd is extremely migratory and will remain at higher elevations until significant snowfall pushes them off. I will get my elk tag, hope for a turkey tag, and chase the best looking squirrels anywhere, The Kaibab. Areas around Crystal Springs, Sourdough Well, and along the 610 rd near the National Park Boundary provide the best opportunity for finding the often secretive Blue Grouse. As the crow flies its not more than 50 miles to the north end of the Kaibab plateau. This is all conjecture on my part of course. 12A includes the Kaibab plateau that actually starts in southern Utah and rising up to the south to 9300+ ft. Overview: Unit 12A, world famous for the Kaibab Deer Herd, is also home to one of the premier turkey populations in the state of Arizona. The hunter questionnaire link is located on the back of your tag. No motor vehicles are allowed in the Paria Canyon/Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness Area. But it is any elk so.At least you'll get to see a lot of the Grand Canyon. Arizona Unit 8 Elk Hunting. 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. Walking and stalking in areas determined by scouting to hold bachelor herds of bucks can be exciting and productive. Kaibab Natl Forest, North Kaibab District 928-643-7395 Unit 3a/3c - second choice. During the winter months access to areas within Unit 12 can be extremely limited, even nonexistent. Access to the Paria Plateau can be difficult and deer difficult to find so scouting before the hunt is extremely important. *There are currently no Population Management Seasons for elk tags available for successfully drawn deer hunters in Units 12A East and/or West. Getting off the road and into the canyons will improve your observations of mule deer bucks, especially mature ones. 12BE is the entire portion of 12B that is east of BLM road 1065 (House Rock Valley/ Coyote Valley Road). John is that a unit that can produce a monster bull? Yearly reported harvest figures fluctuate around 1 dozen lions with most of these animals taken by houndsmen during the winter months. The average age of a buck harvested on the late hunts has climbed from just over two years of age to over 4 years of age in the past several years, yearling buck weights have stabilized at an acceptable level in recent years and as a result antler development has been excellent. After an opening day of this activity plan on spending the next nine days in the same manner. The Paria Plateau to the east has the lowest number of deer. Thus it is important to be prepared with suitable shelter, plenty of food, water and lots of extra fuel. Beginning at U.S. Hwy 89A and the Kaibab Naitonal 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. Boaters on Lake Powell should check wind advisories daily and exercise caution near tour boat wakes. The Bureau of Land Management, Arizona Strip District, 345 E. Riverside Drive, St. George, Utah, 84770, phone (435) 688-3200 manages the majority of unit 12B. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. But if you go, Good Luck!!!! Less pressure o grow big? The state line is only marked at dirt road crossings. Conditions can vary from 80 degrees to below freezing, from sunny to snow, and from pleasant to down right ugly. These areas are open to foot and horseback travel only. Grouse hunting is a great excuse to come to the Kaibab to enjoy a cooler climate. Once a track is located the hounds are released and the lion is pursued until treed. Salt licks are a great attractant for deer and provide the same opportunity as waterholes. Yearly reported harvest figures fluctuate around 1 dozen lions with most of these animals taken by houndsmen during the winter months. This behavior includes becoming more and more nocturnal, spending more time in thick aspen and mixed conifer stands, and remaining in unroaded canyon habitats. Some lions have been harvested incidental to these other activities. Bureau of Land Management, AZ Strip Field Office 435 688-3200 Areas: During the spring turkey hunt significant winter snowfall can affect access and often dictates hunting locations. Units 12A East, 12AWest and 12B require near max points, but hunters lucky enough to draw an East side Kaibab tag are in store for an incredible mule deer hunt. Hunters can report their mountain lion harvest in person, by telephone at 1-877-438-0447, or online. Pronghorn are also found along the edge of the plateau in the pinyon-juniper transition zone. Likewise, hunters who want to hunt the Paria Plateau must apply for a 12B permit. Non-resident draw odds reach 100% at ~12-13 bonus points for both units. Over-the-counter elk seasons are described in the 2014 pronghorn antelope and elk regulations. Elk season dates can be found in the regulations. The terrain in this unit could generally be described as plateau/canyon country. I did find some ancient droppings from over a year before but no elk. Overview: Unit 12A is home to one of the most unique game animals in Arizona and perhaps the nation. Lost Canyon Hunts. During December, sheep are generally found at lower elevations on the talus slopes below the steep cliff faces. Finally, mule deer throughout their range are altering their behavior as hunting pressure increases. Birds are usually found in isolated coveys, and can (usually do) descend thousands of feet into inaccessible canyons after being flushed. Depending on the amount of snow fall, Pigeon Canyon and Gunsight Point to the west are generally best after early November. Getting off the road and into the canyons will improve your observations of mule deer bucks, especially mature ones. 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. Important Note: (See unit description under Unit Boundaries) 12BW includes the Buckskins to the north of the Kaibab and the west side winter range including Pigeon Canyon and Gunsight Point. Hunt the travel corridors up or down from water and you will improve your odds. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Please contact the USFS North Kaibab Ranger District for further information at the phone number listed below. As turkeys fly off the roost in the early pre-dawn, often the most active period of the day, they may provide a hunter the best opportunity to call in a wary old longbeard. This area will provide an excellent opportunity for archery and early season general deer hunters for the foreseeable future. Arizona Wildlife Outfitters also offers some exceptional deer hunting on Mule Deer units 12A and 13B. These units are specifically managed for wildlife values other than elk, and an established elk population is not desirable. Areas: Chukar are found throughout the Kanab Creek drainage and associated side canyons and in Paria Canyon and Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness Area. After an opening day of this activity plan on spending the next nine days in the same manner. While realistically many of the heard bulls with average 280-330" in both units. On the ever in demand 12A late hunt, pray (if religious) for snow. Alluvial sandy soils occur throughout most of the unit and vegetation is sparse, consisting mainly of sagebrush at lower elevations and pinyon-juniper trees at higher elevations. . Happens every year. Many hunters utilize horses and mules, snowmobiles, and other recreational vehicles to overcome these access limitations. The AZ/UT state line on a GPS unit is N37 00.0 latitude. Jacob Lake Campground, administered by Kaibab National Forest, intersection of U.S. 89A and State Hwy 67 at Jacob Lake; DeMotte Campground, Kaibab National Forest, Hwy 67; Grand Canyon National Park, North Rim. Areas:Any areas with concentrations of deer often have lions associated with them. JavaScript is disabled. Major Cities and Towns in or Near Game Management Unit and Nearest Gas, Food, and Lodging Major Cities and Towns in or Near Game Management Unit and Nearest Gas, Food, and Lodging We consider 5B North to have 350+ potential on early archery hunts. It is recommended that hunters do not apply for this hunt in the draw but rather purchase the tags at a significant discount as left over tags. A map of the zones can be found at Mountain Lion management zone map. Rifle. The lion population in Unit 12 is a migratory population of roughly 60-80 animals with the lions essentially following the deer herd as it migrates from summer to winter ranges. JavaScript is disabled. Drier habitat conditions further to the east limit use of this area. BLM road 1065 runs north from U.S. Hwy 89A to U.S. Hwy 89 in Utah between the Buckskin Mountains and the Paria Plateau. This exotic game bird, native to the Middle East, was introduced into various areas in Arizona. This includes chasing, pursuing, or herding antelope with any type of vehicle. Some lions have been harvested incidental to these other activities. Dreams have been realized, or shattered, on every hunt in this Unit since its inception. During the hunting seasons, unit 12A is characterized by sudden and drastic weather changes. Areas: Most of the desert bighorn sheep in unit 12BE are found within the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness Area. The lion population in 12A is a migratory population of roughly 60-80 animals with the lions essentially following the deer herd as it migrates from summer to winter ranges. From the South: None. Grand Canyon National Park, North Rim 928 638-7870 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. The health and longevity of this winter range is critical to the long term sustainability of the 12A deer herd. These areas are open to foot and horseback travel only. A good pair of binoculars and spotting scope will improve the chance of taking a trophy bull. 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. These early hunts can be difficult because the deer are typically located in areas of formidable cover and are not easily located or glassed. It is very sandy and requires 4-wheel drive. 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. Dispersed camping is allowed along BLM routes. Address 123 Main Street New York, NY 10001, Hours MondayFriday: 9:00AM5:00PM Saturday & Sunday: 11:00AM3:00PM. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Areas around Crystal Springs, Sourdough Well, and along the 610 rd near the National Park Boundary provide the best opportunity for finding the often secretive Blue Grouse. QUICK NAV: RESIDENCY STATUS: SHOW ODDS FOR: or SHOW UNIT: Arizona - Elk. 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. The elevation in this area ranges from approximately 1,650' on the plateau region to 8,028' on Mount Trumbull. Note: The state line is only marked at dirt road crossings. Areas: As stated earlier, concentrate your efforts in areas with large Ponderosa Pine trees and focus your observation skills on the forest floor. Lesson learned! 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. Mature grouse average between 2 and 4 pounds of succulent white meat and provide delicious table fare. This squirrel is most active early in the morning and just prior to dark and is always associated with Ponderosa Pines. With continued and persistent drought the woody winter browse in 12AW has been less productive for the past several years and as result concerns over the carrying capacity of this vital range are warranted. Weather can vary by elevation. Excellent recruitment and low winter mortality for the past two years has lead to population levels similar to the early 90s. The Kaibab Squirrel is a subspecies of the Aberts Squirrel which is found only on the Kaibab Plateau, Mount Logan, and Mount Trumbull. During the fall hunt, turkey hunting is a totally different game. This area is very isolated and will require 4-wheel drive for the soft sandy roads. Come join the discussion about safety, gear, tips, tricks, optics, gunsmithing, reviews, reports, accessories, classifieds, and more! The current yearly limit on lions harvested in Unit 12 stands at 14. Bring binoculars and spotting scopes. I think may try to look for antlers first. Since 2007 an increase in the number of squirrels observed has taken place, with the advent of more favorable environmental variables we are seeing a corresponding increase in the squirrel population. Forest road 68G accesses Tule Mesa, and forest road 68 access the Pine Mountain Wilderness. Be prepared for extreme weather. This behavior includes becoming more and more nocturnal, spending more time in thick aspen and mixed conifer stands, and remaining in unroaded canyon habitats. No motor vehicles are allowed in the Paria Canyon/Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness Area. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Please contact any department office for additional information or to purchase an elk OTC tag. LIST VIEW. Be prepared for remote camping as the only amenities during the spring hunt are at Jacob Lake and in Fredonia. . Proactive management steps in the form of an Alternative Management Plan and a large scale habitat improvement project in cooperation with the USFS have been taken by the Arizona Game and Fish Department in order to maintain a favorable buck:doe ratio, increase the representation of older age bucks in the population, ensure long term high quality habitat, and provide for greater hunt success. 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. These hunts include the Arizona strip (Units 13A or 13B) or Kaibab (Units 12A East, 12A West and 12B) for mule deer. Arizona Game and Fish Department, Region II 928 774-5045 As mentioned above, the main concentration of antelope is in House Rock Valley. Finally, mule deer throughout their range are altering their behavior as hunting pressure increases. Welcome to ahf! *There are currently no Population Management Seasons for elk tags available for successfully drawn deer hunters in Units 12A East and/or West. Articles often lead to false expectations; huge bucks do not exist behind every tree anywhere in the world. 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. Remember that hunting with the aid of a vehicle is prohibited. Fredonia, Marble Canyon, Page, Kanab, UT, Major Highways and Roads Leading To From the West: U.S. Hwy 89A Spring sources along the Vermilion Cliffs are best accessed by horseback or hiking from Highway 89A 2 or 3 miles to the base of the cliffs. Grouse often flush at close range in thick cover so be prepared for quick shooting. Also, Jacobs Lake is about 30 minutes from the canyon and a great spot to camp. Watching waterholes that have turkey sign around them provide the turkey hunter with the best opportunity to bag a bearded turkey during this often dry time of the year. So what do you think Bearfoot1? Four-wheel drive, chains, shovels, and winches can keep you hunting instead of being stuck for a day. Im not at all familiar with the area but read on azgfd that the population is super low. However, locating and harvesting an antlerless deer is likely to become more challenging as these animals become more educated about two-legged visitors to the plateau. It was an early October hunt and the rut would be winding down but not over. 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. If you are fortunate enough to receive a coveted 12B deer or sheep tag, you might consider purchasing a mountain lion tag before heading to the Unit. Hunters with a 12B permit (vs. 12BW permit) may hunt the Paria Plateau as well as the rest of the Unit. 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. From the South: U.S. Hwy 89A, Wahweap Marina Campground at Lake Powell, administered by the National Park Service; Page Lake Powell Campground, 849 S. Coppermine Rd. A total of 52 desert bighorn sheep were transplanted in the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs area in 1984 and 1985 from unit 15B near Lake Mead. Finally, enjoy the finest terrain, climate, and surroundings that nature has to offer, the Kaibab Plateau. Remember, we hunt for the experience. Scouting is recommended only a week or two prior to the start of the hunt, due to the nature of the migration pattern. Your big game hunter questionnaire will no longer be mailed to you. Hunters are required to report their mountain lion harvest information to the Arizona Game and Fish Department within 48 hours of taking a mountain lion. Our Arizona late-season elk hunts are a great hunt for hunters that want to experience bachelor herds of bull elk. If you have a 12B tag and are trying to decide whether to hunt 12BW or the Paria Plateau, there are a few additional things that you should consider. You could hire a outfitter to get in there and pin down where the few elk are. Occasionally, depending on rainfall and the availability of forage, coveys can be found in some of the shallow drainages along Kanab Creek. From the North: None The large canyons and rocky areas that form the edges of the Kaibab and Paria plateaus are likely areas to locate lion sign. The Vermillion Cliffs and Paria Plateau in 12BE, the western side of Buckskin Mountain, and the Gunsight peninsula including Kanab Creek and Snake Gulch have seen harvests in recent years, and are good starting points. Elk Hunting in Arizona Game Management Unit 12A Elevations vary from 3,000' to more than 9,200', with a large plateau, the Kaibab, comprising a majority of the unit. Hunters purchasing an elk tag should be aware that this unit has very few elk and is considered a limited opportunity hunt. Arizona Game & Fish Department, Region II- 928-774-5045 JM. As turkeys fly off the roost in the early pre-dawn, often the most active period of the day, they may provide a hunter the best opportunity to call in a wary old longbeard. Areas: It may be hard to believe but the likelihood of running into an older age class buck, as near as the author can tell, is just about equal almost anywhere on the plateau. Southern half of unit is south of Mogollon Rim and has some ponderosa pine forests in the higher elevatio Elk occur throughout unit from high elevation mixed conifer near the Mogollon Rim to the Sunset Mountains just south of Winslow. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Also, before the hunt begins, study topo maps and enlist the aid of others who have hunted the area before. From the West: State Hwy 389 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. During the early 12B hunts, deer are typically concentrated in the pinyon-juniper and along meadow edges at higher elevations in the Buckskins, southwest toward Snake Gulch. 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