JavaScript is disabled. Drive south on Warren Road towards Bisbee Junction. Aug 19 - Sep 8, 2022, Dec 9 - Dec 31, 2022, Jan 1 - Jan 31, 2023, Aug 19 - Sep 8, 2022, Dec 9 - Dec 31, 2022, Jan 1 - Jan 31, 2023, Dec 9 - Dec 31, 2022, Jan 1 - Jan 31, 2023, Arizona Over the course of the past two decades, it has been noticed the whitetail are occupying traditional mule deer habitat in lower elevations. There are 1 HuntScore subscribers that have hunted this unit. General Hunt: Any firearm, pre-charged pneumatic weapon, crossbow, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304. It is recommended that sportsmen secure access into hunting areas prior to applying for a big game permits, or hunting in the unit. There are two dirt roads off of the High Lonesome that will access the eastern side of the Mules, and you can access whitetail habitat in the upper parts of a few canyons. A forum community dedicated to hunting and fishing enthusiasts in the Arizona area. Arizona 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. Antlered means having an antler fully erupted through the skin and capable of being shed as defined in R12-4-101. As of April 1, 2022, all of the OTC deer seasons will now be enforced by harvest limits and hunters will be required to report their deer harvest 48 hours of taking their deer (details will be published in the 2022-2023 Arizona Hunting Regulations booklet and updated here when available). Does average 125 pounds. Pre-season scouting will improve your hunt success. I wanted to ask if anyone has experience or suggestions in hunting unit 30B. Hiking across state land will access the upper parts of the canyons. 350, and Fowdy Ranch Rd.). Privacy Notice | West of the mountain ranges, the San Pedro River runs north from the Mexican border (south boundary of unit). Thanks for subscribing! 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. The mule deer gets its name from its large ears. Research the latest Arizona Mule Deer Draw Odds Results and Harvest Data. 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. Advertise on HuntScore and reach hunters interested in this hunting unit! Do not leave spent shot-shells lying in the field and around water tanks. One road form High Lonesome Rd. Visit www.blm.gov/visit/san-pedro.com to inquire about additional information. Overview: Cottontails are fairly abundant in the unit, although average rainfall has been lacking in the area during the year. Topographical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. Drive east on Hwy. Before hunting either of the two species, consult the Hunting Regulations: Commission Order 2 for distinguishing physical characteristics. These populations are isolated to the Dragoon Mountains and the southern end of the Mule Mountains near Bisbee. You must log in or register to reply here. No one under age 10 may hunt big game in Arizona. Aug 30, 2021 I wanted to ask if anyone has experience or suggestions in hunting unit 30B. In the past few years, the state has made some major changes to these seasons in response to increasing complaints of hunting pressure and increasing drought conditions throughout the west. Some areas of the river are closed to firearms hunting. However, they will also feed in the bottoms where the spring growth will first come up. If a dry summer is encountered, dove will be very dependent on the limited water sources found in the area. This area is being developed so be aware of the residences in the area. OTC Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Current access is subject to change at any time. Also a road south of the Dixie Canyon Ranch Road accesses Cintura Hill near Mexican Canyon. EXCEPT for some Archery-Only deer, a hunt nonpermit-tag must be obtained from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114. Check your email for a confirmation message. The mule deer hunting is generally better in the units closer to the Mogollon Rim than down south by me as I understand (Coues deer are doing really well down here) but regardless I would caution you on the heat. GMU32. Drew a 30B tag for November 15th to 21st. Freeport- McMoRan owns large tracts of land in the southern end of the Mules, specifically in the Bisbee area and restricts hunting. Finding areas where plants have been rooted up, bedding sites, and by glassing over these areas will help you in locate Javelina. Most of the private property within residential developments are posted No Hunting/Trespassing in the unit. Topographical maps will help you get around the rest of the unit. thanks for the welcome, thanks for the warning but I think well ake our chances. The Lucky Hills Ranch has sportsmen/landowner respect signs posted at all access points along the Charleston Road. Due to this, access in the unit continues to be a challenge for sportsmen to gain. Overall, the bear population is considered low and limited to the upper elevations of the Dragoons and to a lesser extent, Mule Mountains. Respect of the land and the landowners wishes must be given full attention. Oak woodlands grow on the steep, rugged Dragoon and Mule mountains at elevations of 5000' to 7000'. 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. Drive south on Warren Road towards Bisbee Junction. Foot access and limited vehicular access is allowed into Dry and Abbott Canyons on the 47 Ranch. Take Forest Service Road 687 north along the west side of the mountain into the West Stronghold. Rifle and archery mule deer hunts. Before hunting on agricultural fields, obtain permission from landowners in the farming areas. Oak woodlands grow on the steep, rugged Dragoon and Mule mountains at elevations of 5000 to 7000. Area: To get to the agriculture fields near Richland, Sunsites, Elfrida, and McNeal, take Highway 191 south of I-10. They have strategic holdings that block lots for both federal and state lands and, yes, they have pulled guns on people on public property claiming it was their own. In addition to off season scouting, use of trail cameras on trails and water sources can be helpful. Access is gained from Highway 80 at Mule Gulch, milepost 350, and the Warren Road (south of Highway 80, east of Bisbee). Javelina usually bed in drainages with adequate cover or near feeding areas on the mountain slopes. Residential development has increased in the Pearce/Sunsites area, resulting in a loss of areas to hunt. Hunting However, they will also feed in the bottoms where the spring growth will first come up. We came close but ended up short. The mountain on east of I-10 and south of the Dragoon Road at Texas Canyon can be accessed by exiting I-10 at Stuckys east of Benson. 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. Advertise With Us. Overview: Unit 30B has a relatively small population of whitetail deer in relationship to nearby units. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. After the burn the deer population increased because of better deer habitat. One important thing to remember the mule deer and white-tailed deer can be found in the same areas in this unit. 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. The east side of the Mules can be accessed off the High Lonesome Road from Davis Road or from Highway 80. 2023 Photos & Text Copyright - Dieringer Outfitters LLC north approx. The quality of your hunt depends on you. At lower, drier elevations, drop time is synchronized more with summer rains that bring on new plant growth. The Department offers Youth-Only designated hunts, in which persons are eligible to participate up to their 18th birthday. Sportsmen need to look for, read and obey all signs posted throughout the unit. We also guide hunts for southern Arizona mule deer in units 27, 28, 30A, 31, and 32. Scaled quail can be found throughout the unit in high desert grassland communities. Mule deer are not limited to any one type of terrain, being found from sparse, low deserts to high forested mountains. 82, and the Schieffelin Monument area west of Tombstone. The south and east side of the mountain can be accessed off the Dragoon Road at Manzora Road and the railroad trestle at the double green gates. Typical mule deer antler configuration has each side branching equally into two main beams, each may fork into two tines. http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunting_units_30b.shtml#wt. Pre-season scouting is a good idea in these areas. Bed sites are commonly used on a regular basis. 345, m.p. This area is being developed so be aware of the residences in the area. When driving east on Highway 92 from Sierra Vista to Bisbee. we couldnt turn around last year with out seeing them. The Arizona Trail takes hikers to the base of Picketpost Mountain and down through part of the White Canyon Wilderness, right through the heart of bighorn sheep country. 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. Overall, the unit has approximately 125.5 square miles of whitetail deer habitat of medium to low density. See Access Information for details. Overview: Both mourning dove and whitewing dove occurs, but the majority of the harvest and opportunities will be for mourning dove. Travel south a short distance and turn left on E. Touchstone Trail. Overview: Unit 30B is a large unit with two large mountain ranges (the Dragoon Mountains and the Mule Mountains) with low hills and ridges between the two ranges surrounded by high desert flats in the valley. In 2016 the first bear season was offered in the unit. Despite a serious overpopulation of deer on the North Kaibab in the 1920s, deer numbers appeared to decline in the rest of the state. Mule deer can be found along the San Pedro River floodplain, but the thick vegetation makes it difficult to get a good clean shot at a buck. Live Weight: M-200-225lbs. 2023 Western Hunting Application Deadlines, New feature released on Insider Hunt Planner, Point Tracker: Your first step in researching hunts, How to import waypoints from other sources to GOHUNT Maps, Dialing in your fitness now to be ready for fall, Research your way to big bucks with a tool you're probably not using, The ABCs of finding a legit hunting partner. Restricted access is posing a problem, particularly in the Mule Mountains. Be sure and have all the pertinent hunt regulations with you before you go hunting. Archery-Only Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318, or crossbow if you possess a crossbow permit as allowed under R12-4-216. 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. does anybody know anythink about hunting in unit 30b in arizona and where might be a good starting point for a mid november hunt? Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Rifle: (willing to wait, but good chance to draw . Las Vegas, NV 89113. by arizonaelitefreak Sun Aug 09, 2009 12:11 pm, Post They were lost and half starved and also ate most of their food before the border patrol got there to take them. Toggle navigation. Elevation ranges are based on weather stations in or near the unit. Another access point for the Mule Tails is from the Paul Spur Road, this road intersects Highway 80 about halfway between Bisbee and Douglas. 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