1 dsears71 Member Members 74 posts Gender:Male Location:yuma Interests:Hunting with the family,Camping,Shooting and reloading, Report post Posted November 23, 2018 If you are looking to harvest a world-class trophy bull elk, Arizonas unit 10 is the place where it can definitely happen. In many cases seasoned hunters have far more specific considerations to evaluate. Please hunt responsibly, obey all signage and have a safe legal hunt. I have not hunted elk in this unit during the late hunt. Good boots and good optics. Staking out a waterhole or calling near a kill may net a lion sighting. None, but dispersed camping is generally allowed throughout most of the unit. Being full-time year-round professional Arizona elk outfitters allows our highly experienced team of trophy elk hunting professionals to spend enormous amounts of time preseason scouting and locating the highest scoring trophy elk possible in Unit 10 for your long-awaited Arizona trophy elk hunt. It is a big Unit. Early season should be great. Was fortunate enough to pull nov 30 - dec 6 rifle Bull elk for unit 10 (was my second choice). Several ranches in Unit 10 are already closed to public access. Notice: The fall hunting season is a limited weapon shotgun-shooting shot season only. JavaScript is disabled. Thanks for the input and hopefully I will have a story to tell in about 5 months, not that I am counting. There may be some bugling, but don't count on it. 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. 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. Areas: There are a few whitetails near the Aubrey Cliffs immediately northwest of Seligman. Using a rifle and having a high success rate are the two most compelling factors for applying for a late rifle hunt. Looks like you and I will be sharing the same trails this December. Respect other hunters opportunities. Elk antler sizes on bulls killed during the late season hunts average much less than those killed during the early bull elk seasons for several reasons. If sheep are above the rim the hunt could be over quickly. Also, pay attention to a few units that have early and late muzzleloader hunts on them as some units like 1, 9, and 27 will have alternating early hunts that switch from rifle to muzzleloader every other year. 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. In order to answer this question in the best way possible I often asked people a series of questions in response. Unit 10 ArizonaElk: Unit 10 is one of, if not the best, premier trophy elk units in the state of Arizona. Each season, we will only book 1 or 2 hunters per season on this ranch. It is not terribly uncommon to find a bear track at or near water from late spring through the fall hunting seasons. Cattle grazing and overhunting the sub-species led to its demise in the early part of the 20th century. When there are no deep canyons, do they just tend to go to remote areas and hunker down during the day? All hunts are draw only, and every unit is managed for trophy elk. We never hunted this unit or this type of cow hunt (700+ tags). The 2022 Arizona Elk Draw Deadline is February 8th. I dont much about unit 10, but I have hunted late season elk near by. 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. Sign up for a new account in our community. These are almost all resident deer. With incredible genetics, it produces 400 class bulls every year, even on the drought years. 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. Do you have a specific elk hunting experience you are after? Campfire Regular. ALASKA; . Glassing is important in this area. Since I was planning on an Arizona move I had been . As a result of the higher success rates draw odds are lower. Rifle hunters have more of an advantage, but one still needs to get close enough for a good shot before the elk feed into cover. Many bulls have broken racks following the frenzy of the rut. 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. 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. The spot I'm referring to is directly below the above described campground. Joined: Aug 2010. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Sorry if that sounds snarky but sounds kinda like you only need us when times are tough, "A gun is as good or as bad as the man using it. 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. This means that as of the time permit recommendations were passed, AZGFD made them based on unit 10 hunters not being allowed to hunt the Boquillas Ranch. 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. If the hunter makes a mistake, please report it to the Department. 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The late seasons can be difficult hunts for obvious reasons, like weather and isolated bulls being harder to locate, but they offer significantly better draw odds to allow hunters to still be in a unit with quality animals. Check out what we offer at the links below:ATO Website: https://arizonatrophyoutfitters.comDCH Website: https://dropcamphunts.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmy.winslow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aztrophyoutfitters/Book a hunt: https://arizonatrophyoutfitters.com/contact ARIZONA UNIT 23 ELK OUTFITTERS. Arizona Elk Outfitters LLC is extremely experienced in Arizona Unit 10 and we have been very fortunate to have been able to produce some of the highest-scoring trophy elk to have ever come out of this great Arizona Elk unit. The Bishop Lake Plateau, the Aubrey Valley, Red Lake, and the Williams corner have all produced a number of big bucks. If you have any questions regarding the Arizona elk hunt application process or if you'd like to hunt with us at CTK, we can get you applied for your optimal hunt choices. If you draw, outfitted hunts are surprisingly affordable in Arizona when compared to other places that have guaranteed tags. Many late season Arizona bull elk hunts for residents can be drawn with 6 to 11 bonus points. All of these units have the potential to produce magnum size bulls. However, they have their work cut out for them to harvest an older age class bull. The tricky part with this unit is the relationship with Navajo Nation who own the Boquillas Ranch, which holds most of the elk within that unit. 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. Much of the Unit is part of a ranch (Boquillias) that limits off road use. Colorado Unit 61 Elk Hunts. Scouting is important for hunting javelina in this unit. Sep 10, 2013 #2 That unfortunately is a very difficult hunt to kill a nice bull. If the sheep are on the bottom talus slope or the bottom of the canyon, a lot of difficult hiking is in the hunters future. The Babbitt Ranch (Espee) allows access to hunting. After 7 days of hunting I didn't see 1 mature bull. All of these trophy elk areas have a very long and very distinguished history of producing some of the highest-scoring trophy elk that have ever been harvested worldwide. Areas: Sheep are most commonly observed in the northern portion of the hunt area along Cataract Canyon. Beginning at the junction of AZ Hwy 64 and I-40; westerly on I-40 to Crookton Rd. it is very flat for an elk unit in AZ, very few remote canyons. #1 After the rut, bulls will scatter, find a place to hide and recuperate. We're hoping to find some secluded spots off the ranch, on public land though. 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. Like everywhere else, there are a bunch that aren't so serious, but plenty who are, and know what they are doing. They have a fee (I think $60) to hunt their ranch property. 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. . If you are unfamiliar with the AZ Draw process I'd suggest reading our post Understanding the Arizona Big Game Draw and Application Process. FORLOH AllClima Softshell and AllClima Stretch Woven Pant Review. How long are you willing to wait for a tag? Dedicated hunters who put in their time will locate mature bucks. Arizona Unit 10 Unit 10 is our #1 pick for the best unit for elk hunting in Arizona. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Yes, they will be in the open in Oct. theyll get intolittle draws and hide out. Experience lends itself to patience. Click for Terrain Detail. Drawing a late season archery bull elk tag can typically be done with 0 to 3 bonus points for a resident hunter. For someone in this category, I'd suggest easier to draw hunts like mid-tier early archery or late rifle and I would avoid any of the unusual or limited-opportunity hunts. The state offers a variety of terrain and climates that make it a perfect place to pursue these majestic animals. Even as a resident of the state of Arizona it can take anywhere from 11 to 24 bonus points to get a tag. From the North: State Hwy 64 Sometimes I see them all day and then sometimes it takes days to see one. Unit 23 is our favorite for Late Rifle Elk Hunts 2014 Season Dates Dec. 4-10th. With a little bit of planning and preparation, any hunter can have a successful and enjoyable hunt. Javelina Elevations run near 5,500 to 7,000 across most of the unit. Antelope densities fluctuate from year-to-year based on climatic conditions and the amount of predation exerted upon the herd by the plentiful number of coyotes. 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. Thanks for the input and hopefully I will have a story to tell in about 5 months, not that I am counting. Come join the discussion about safety, gear, tips, tricks, optics, gunsmithing, reviews, reports, accessories, classifieds, and more! There are a lot of road hunters in that unit with a lot of tags and cold weather. Because all the units, from 5A to 10 are. The Arizona Game and Fish Department has created a Game Management Unit 10 map to help hunters navigate the unit. If you are looking for ultra-high draw opportunity then a late season archery tag can provide 100% draw odds in many units. Major Cities and Towns in or Near Game Management Unit and Nearest Gas, Food, and Lodging, From the East: I-40, U.S. Hwy 180 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. Experience also makes much more difficult hunts a more reasonable option. These coincide with the Arizona elk rut and make for a far different and often more dramatic experience when it come to elk interactions. Location. Bulls are incredibly vocal during the rut and encounters can be close. The time of year these hunts occur is post-rut in mid November. M. micky OP. on a specific unit to access the Unit Profile in order to gain the greatest resource available to thoroughly learn a unit. We guide in most elk units in central, eastern, and northern Arizona. 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. Cedar City, UT 84721 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. Nov 19, 2013. If you can, get in early and glass, glass, glass. Apr 7, 2021. 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. Unit 10 has been getting better for quality the last five to six years and has always been home to some of the biggest bulls in Arizona. Is it possible that bugling is running late due to the hit, so it may run longer into October, or is that just wishful thinking? Arizona Elk Permit-Tag Fee Resident: $148.00 Non-Resident: $665.00 Arizona Hunting License Fee Resident: $37.00 Non-Resident: $160.00 Note: All draw applicants need to purchase a nonrefundable Arizona Hunting License in order to apply. Arizona is home to some of the best late rifle elk hunting in the country. Several of the hunters checked scouted prior to the hunt by driving around and checking for tracks at many of the waterholes. I will find out where his property is so I can give you some idea of where we plan to start. Archery hunting is good in the same areas as discussed for general-season hunts. Thanks! Curious, when glassing, not in early a.m., where are you looking? What elk units should I apply for? Other areas in Unit 10 also hold mule deer, but population densities are generally low and hunting will be more difficult. Hunt hard where you find elk or elk sign and be persistent. Looks like some good high timber and a few low spots. Also got sick as a dog and barely made it out. My buddy is 2 for 2 doing this and going for 3rd hopefully this yr. in the middle of straight up antelope country. Early season should be great. As a result, there is no contract in place at this time. Toggle navigation. Rifle Elk Hunts in New Mexico. If you have any familiarity with elk hunting "the rut" experience is probably high on your list, especially in Arizona. That said, bulls bugle all year long so you may want to send out a "location bugle" to see what happens. Elk in Unit 10. by: Anonymous. There are trade offs for each and every situation. Overview: An overview is exactly what you will have when you hunt desert bighorn sheep in Units 9 or 10. Don't miss out on your opportunity to chase giants, visit the Arizona Game & Fish Department website and select "Apply for a Draw."