You will hunt with skilled guides that are specially selected for their knowledge of the area and the trade. Hunt trophy bull elk throughout utahs trophy elk units. You will hunt with skilled guides that are specially. 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. The size of the area, and difficult terrain, can make it a very challenging place to hunt. Deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south regulates hunting opportunities in utah and covers 826,337 acres. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson springs.
As is the case for most hunters, drawing a limited entry big game tag for a premier unit can be a long process. We are gt outfitters, specializing in eastern utah big game. In 2020, there will be three new extended archery deer areas and one. Book cliffs bull elk trophy hunting and cow elk hunts, book cliffs mule deer. The summer had been brutally hot and dry with temperatures in the low 90s. Book cliffs, db1011, buck, deer, archery, limited entry. Book cliffs roadless deer eastmans hunting journals. 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. Research hunts and units before you apply in the big game drawing, and any of utahs other hunt drawings.
Archery elk and mule deer hunting season in utah is one of only a few times. Book cliffs elk and deer hunts fully guided trophy hunts. I was out at the book cliffs a bit this summer and just spent the labor day weekend out there. Mule deer, elk and western big game hunting articles and. 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. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a little challenging. The utah hunt planner is an interactive map that will help you research.
I was hoping to gather some more information on the area if anyone has hunted this area for elk in the past. Ksl outdoors utah mentor program book cliffs deer hunt. 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. The book cliffs are well known for being a sought after hunting destination, and for good reason. To see which hunts have been added, look for new hunt next to a hunt in the tables that start on page 38. Here is the story to my book cliffs archery deer hunt.
We offer elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, cougar and bear hunts. 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. The summer had been brutally hot and dry with temperatures in. Buck deer utah hunt planner utah division of wildlife resources.
Henry mountain, paunsagunt, west desert vernon, oak creek, book cliffs, thousand lake and the doloris triangle. Im hoping some guys go big with all this moisture and change units. Extended archery deer hunting areas extended archery elk hunting. In my case it took fourteen years to draw a book cliffs muzzleloader deer tag. This is the final hunt from our 2019 limited entry book cliffs hunt. The unit has a large number of bucks and deer on it. Hunt the roadless book cliffs, book cliffs, plateau boulder, central mountains manti, wasatch mountains and the uinta units. Utah bookcliffs elk hunt good morning everyone, i drew the bookcliffs bitter creek south unit for archery this year in utah. Deep canyons filled with thick oak brush provide excellent mule deer habitat. After a 4 year wait, the book cliffs area of northeastern utah had finally opened for mule deer. The utah hunt planner also provides the legal hunting boundaries approved by the utah wildlife board. Call for an updated price list all hunts are, 5 day hunts including meals, lodging, transportation call 970 640 7281.
Double c guides mule deer hunting book cliffs, henry. Utah le deer book cliffs muzzleloader hunt testimonial. Be thankful we dont live in utahunreal the campfire. Now the fun begins staring at th computer, shooting the smokestick, getting in better shape, and dreaming. It can be a physical hunt with a large roadless area included in the deer unit. Utah book cliffs, boulder and wasatch trophy bull elk. Based on takems post, i think im still 1 point behind. One on one hunts can be arranged for an additional fee. The book cliffs are for spike only while the uintas are for any bull. The book cliffs little creek roadless area does require horses to access. The book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. 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. Book cliffs bucks scouting before the hunt 819 youtube.
Wlh is consistently harvesting more 200 mule deer bucks than any other outfit in the country. Utah hunt planner utah division of wildlife resources. Double c guides elk hunts and elk hunting in the roadless. To be honest i hope i draw, have a great hunt and get out of this points game for mule deer. Jt is one of my best friends and we have hunted together for many years. We hunt the book cliffs, rattlesnake, nine mile and san rafael units. 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. Combine that with some of the best trophy hunting in colorado and you have a hunt with. We take small groups of 810 hunters per hunt with one guide for every two hunters. Utah mule deer guided hunts shane scott outfitting.
Archery season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time. I would like to thank everyone that gave advice and encouragement on this site. We are truly fortunate to be able to offer this awesome trophy bull elk hunt in utahs famous book cliffs unit. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear.
We try real hard to make sure your hunt is a success. The book cliffs unit probably provides one of the most enjoyable hunts in the west. As things grew we started getting request from clients who wanted us to offer deer and elk hunts in this area as well. Though not required in all cases, horses are typically available on these hunts. As the hunt draws nearer, the anticipation continues.
Elk and deer archery hunting seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah elk. Utah book cliff deer hunt well, i drew out for my book cliffs muzzle loader hunt this year and was elated. My son and i drew the nr archery mule deer tag with 7pts this year. If the deer start moving down, you need to know where they are going. This semiguided 6days archery hunt includes meals, lodging, guiding and baited stands in remote areas in late september to october. There is a lot of bucks out there, we saw a few over 160.
My dad isnt picky about what buck he wanted to shoot, and didnt get too far from his rzr. It can be a physical hunt with a large roadless area included. 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. We guide on utahs premium units and most limited entry units, such as. Add some of utahs best backcountry fishing in the mix and you have the makings for an amazing utah outdoor hunting experience. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a. Hey guys havent been on this site for a long time, im sad to say. Our camp is a roadside camp placed within easy distance of prime deer hunting areas. Any legal weapon rifle hunter must choose to hunt either the north or south unit but not both.
Species location type weapon applicants tags avail. The deer in the utah book cliffs live a sheltered life. Hunt tables, maps and boundaries utah division of wildlife. You will hunt with clay mckeachnie of book cliffs hunting. As a resident i drew an archery deer book cliffs tag this year with 8 points. Paunsaugunt, db1010, buck, deer, any legal weapon, management buck deer, nov 2 nov 6, 2020. 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. Fully guided, hosted and drop camp options are available.
Elk and deer archery hunting seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah elk and mule deer hunting experience. Welcome to bookcliff outfitters where weve been hunting elk, mule deer, mountain lion and you name it in the same colorado and utah locations. This is the place to go to get a nice representative mule deer buck. I cant wait to share the journey with the hunt talk crowd. The book cliffs utah mule deer unit produces 150170 bucks yearly with a few larger taken. Elk and deer archery seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah hunting experience. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear and lion. Hunts run five hunting days plus one day in and one day out for travel. Utah book cliffs elk hunt good morning everyone, i drew the book cliffs bitter creek south unit for archery this year in utah. This is the best hunting talk site on the internet in my opinion. Our mission is to be an invaluable source of knowledge for western hunters, we work tirelessly to bring you accurate draw odds, harvest stats, and more. Read reporting requirements, report your harvest and see your bonus points.
If you are one of the successful applicants, you will be sent a letter explaining how to obtain your permit from the utah division of wildlife resources along with the appropriate information regarding your hunt and permit fees. The bookcliffs roadless area is a beautiful place, and packing in with a great outfitter for a unforgettable experience is as good as it can get. In 2020, there will be three new extended archery deer areas and one new extended archery elk area. Utah deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south onx. He, justin and i were lucky enough to have drawn book cliffs tags. He has an intimate knowledge of this unit and has produced incredible results. The utah division of wildlife resources utah hunt planner is an interactive map designed to help hunters research hunting units. Archery, muzzleloader, any weapon, premium premium allows the tagholder to hunt all 3 seasons. A few clips of some of the deer we were able to locate on our scouting trip in early august. Justin hunted hard and was rewarded for his efforts. The buck we called trubisky when we first found him in june turned into a.
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