For the archery hunter, there is a portion of this unit book cliffs roadless area were we offer a horseback camp 10 miles from the roads and crowds. The utah hunt planner is an interactive map that will help you research. Utah bookcliffs elk hunt big game hunt deer hunting, elk. To see which hunts have been added, look for new hunt next to a hunt in the tables that start on page 38. Terrain contains arid desert, salt flats, small mountain ranges, and rugged rock features.
It can be a physical hunt with a large roadless area included in the deer unit. Book cliffs hunting the book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson. Mule deer, elk and western big game hunting articles and.
The hunting area must be remote or subject to very little hunting pressure for whatever reason, i. We also offer early season archery elkbear combo hunts that are available with over the counter tags. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear. The book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. Double c guides mule deer hunting book cliffs, henry. There are lots of 150 class bucks with 2224 inch spreads on the unit to choose from with quality up to 170 class for those who put in the time both scouting and during the hunt.
Hi my name is shawn sanchez im from salt lake city utah, this year i drew for a archery tag on the book cliffs unit, i was just wondering if anyone could give me some info of where to look and find the buck of a life time. Sep 11, 2019 footage of book cliffs bucks and hunt explained through selfie video. He, justin and i were lucky enough to have drawn book cliffs tags. This is the final hunt from our 2019 limited entry book cliffs hunt. Bulls scoring 320340 are reasonable expectations with a moderate possibility of a bull exceeding 350. Wlh is consistently harvesting more 200 mule deer bucks than any other outfit in the country. After a 4 year wait, the book cliffs area of northeastern utah had finally opened for mule deer. Archery or muzzleloader hunts give the opportunity of staying. Our camp is a roadside camp placed within easy distance of prime deer hunting areas. Though not required in all cases, horses are typically available on these hunts. Elk and deer archery hunting seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah elk and mule deer hunting experience.
Add some of utahs best backcountry fishing in the mix and you have the makings for an amazing utah outdoor hunting experience. Footage of book cliffs bucks and hunt explained through selfie video. Tags value of a point 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18. This remote unit is one of the most spectacular areas of utah.
Bull elk book cliffs, little creek roadless any weapon. Was just browsing info about the bookcliffs and found this site. The variety of habitat makes this area perfect for supporting the abundant wildlife. Utah book cliffs elk hunt good morning everyone, i drew the book cliffs bitter creek south unit for archery this year in utah. The wind would do strange things, a lot of doesfawnssmall bucks to work around, thick brush in some places, no cover in others, dry crunchy conditions, and hunting pressure. Its tough to draw a tag, as i can attest, but last year was my turn.
Access throughout the unit is very good with many oil and gas mining roads. Hey guys, with 1 point i somehow drew the book cliffs, bitter creek south archery le elk tag this year. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson springs. Take a look around our site to see some of the big game people have taken using bookcliff outfitters as their hunting guide. You will see a lot of bucks as we hunt for a trophy for you. We were mule deer hunting and could only listen to the shrouded show, but the performance provided insight for a future hunt. Sep, 2019 book cliffs, utah limited entry mule deer unit.
For eight years i applied for one of the limited entry mule deer tags in utah. My dad isnt picky about what buck he wanted to shoot, and didnt get too far from his rzr. Book cliffs archery deer and elk hunts archery elk and mule deer hunting season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time. This is the best hunting talk site on the internet in my opinion. Next, i will search for natural funnels, saddles or fence lines that will, for whatever reason, funnel deer activity down to a more isolated area. At this time utah has some of the best elk hunting in the world. Welcome to bookcliff outfitters where weve been hunting elk, mule deer, mountain lion and you name it in the same. A few clips of some of the deer we were able to locate on our scouting trip in early august. Black bear south slope, bonanzadiamond mtnvernal multiseason. We guide on utahs premium units and most limited entry units, such as. Over the counter general season tags are available in the book cliffs units and the uintas. Book cliffs roadless deer eastmans hunting journals. How to bowhunt for blacktails deer hunting realtree camo.
Utah book cliffs, boulder and wasatch trophy bull elk. My son and i drew the nr archery mule deer tag with 7pts this year. Im a marine corps f18 pilot stationed in iwakuni japan so getting back to scout before hand is going to be impossible. We offer elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, cougar and bear hunts. I was out at the book cliffs a bit this summer and just spent the labor day weekend out there. The size of the area, and difficult terrain, can make it a very challenging place to hunt. The book cliffs are for spike only while the uintas are for any bull. Weve added some photos from the good ol days for your viewing. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear and lion.
Archery season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time. A cold rains storm much less snow will put them right into migration mode and it only takes less than a day for them to get to their winter grounds. Many of the bucks we harvest we have followed all year, starting with early summer trail cams and scouting. The book cliffs are well known for being a sought after hunting destination, and for good reason. Dont miss this opportunity to have the hunt of a lifetime. Extended archery deer hunting areas extended archery elk hunting. Henry mountain, paunsagunt, west desert vernon, oak creek, book cliffs, thousand lake and the doloris triangle. Book cliffs, bitter creeksouth the bitter creek portion of the book cliffs is a huge area that holds a very healthy population of elk. Buck deer limitedentry any legal weapon 10222016 to 10302016 price. Book cliffs elk and deer hunts fully guided trophy hunts. Hunters should be prepared for difficult travel conditions in bad weather. The book cliffs utah mule deer unit produces 150170 bucks yearly with a few larger taken. Utah mule deer guided hunts shane scott outfitting. Our years of hunting,working, playing, and living in the book cliffs, year round.
He has an intimate knowledge of this unit and has produced incredible results for his archery and rifle clients for many years. You will hunt with clay mckeachnie of book cliffs hunting. We are gt outfitters, specializing in eastern utah big game. I am absolutely stoked and was hoping some of you might have insight into hunting this unit. He has an intimate knowledge of this unit and has produced incredible results. Book cliffs archery mule deer hunt 2019 bryces buck big mac roadless area duration. We are also keeping close tabs on the monster mule deer. Bentley had made several trips to the book cliffs before the season to scout the area with some friends and put together a hit list for the upcoming season. The book cliffs unit probably provides one of the most enjoyable hunts in the west. Utah book cliff deer hunt well, i drew out for my book cliffs muzzle loader hunt this year and was elated. The book cliffs of eastern utah has traditionally seen many trophy mule deer harvested.
I think he is drawing muley since its in the mule deer section, but there is some good hunting for both. I would like to thank everyone that gave advice and encouragement on this site. There are few things in hunting more exhilarating than to hear the bugle of a mature bull elk on a crisp fall morning, and fortunately. Elk and deer archery seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah hunting experience. We know the 100s of thousands of public land acres like no one else could. There is a lot of bucks out there, we saw a few over 160. I was hoping to gather some more information on the area if anyone has hunted this area for elk in the past. I headed out there on the 21st not having anytime to do any preseason scouting but i know the area and knew where i wanted to be. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a little challenging. After more than ten years of applying, some close friends and i were finally able to draw the limited entry archery tag for the book cliffs. Read reporting requirements, report your harvest and see your bonus points. If the deer start moving down, you need to know where they are going. The deer in the utah book cliffs live a sheltered life.
Call for an updated price list all hunts are, 5 day hunts including meals, lodging, transportation call 970 640 7281. Book cliffs bucks scouting before the hunt 819 youtube. Utah dwr hunt map book cliffsnorth, buck deer map the. Government lands % 80% private lands 11,101,186 acres. Predators, new roads, over hunting and poor fawn crops had decimated the previously plentiful deer to the point that the area was closed to hunting 19962000. The summer had been brutally hot and dry with temperatures in the low 90s. Hunter is responsible for any additional costs of the appropriate resident or nonresident license fees. In 2020, there will be three new extended archery deer areas and one new extended archery elk area. In 2020, there will be three new extended archery deer areas and one.
This is the place to go to get a nice representative mule deer buck. They are limited because of the quality of the deer in certain areas and the utah department of wildlifes desire to keep it that way. Guided utah trophy mule deer hunting in the book cliffs, henry mountains, fillmore oak creek, west desert vernon, and the oquirrh stansbury units. Jt is one of my best friends and we have hunted together for many years. We are truly fortunate to be able to offer this awesome trophy bull elk hunt in utahs famous book cliffs unit. I have seen it down there when there is not a single deer to be found up high, and this is in early october before the rifle hunts start. Predators, new roads, overhunting and poor fawn crops had decimated the previously plentiful deer to the point that the area was closed to hunting 19962000. Click the link provided below for more information on this hunt option.
As a resident i drew an archery deer book cliffs tag this year with 8 points. Henry mountain outfitters offer one of a kind guided hunts in the henry mountain area. This picture is from our private property buck deer hunting rates. Dont miss this opportunity to have the hunt of a life time. Hunting style depends on tag and hunters preference. We hunt the book cliffs, rattlesnake, nine mile and san rafael units. We operate on forest service, blm, and small private ranches giving us all the needed resources to make your hunt an exceptional one. As the hunt draws nearer, the anticipation continues.
Justin hunted hard and was rewarded for his efforts. Deep canyons filled with thick oak brush provide excellent mule deer habitat. Archery elk and mule deer hunting season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time. Utah bookcliffs elk hunt good morning everyone, i drew the bookcliffs bitter creek south unit for archery this year in utah. Be thankful we dont live in utahunreal the campfire. Hey guys havent been on this site for a long time, im sad to say. This unit provides a good hunt for hunters with any level of physical ability. We specialize in the once in a lifetime bison hunts, however, because we are native to the area and we spend a large amount of time on the mountains with the bison. The book cliffs little creek roadless area does require horses to access.