You will see a lot of bucks as we hunt for a trophy for you. The book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. Book cliffs the book cliffs holds the potential for a giant mule deer. We are gt outfitters, specializing in eastern utah big game. Henry mountain, paunsagunt, west desert vernon, oak creek, book cliffs, thousand lake and the doloris triangle. He hunts all big game and has taken 19 species from across north america, but he considers big mule deer bucks the supreme challenge, especially with a bow. Guided utah trophy mule deer hunting in the book cliffs, henry mountains, fillmore oak creek, west desert vernon, and the oquirrh stansbury units. One of utahs most famous hunting areas is the book cliffs, a 200milelong stretch of wild land that is considered longest continuous escarpment in the world. It was a lot of fun and a hunt we will never forget. We specialize in hunting and guiding utah mule deer, elk, antelope pronghorn, cougar mountain lion, black bear, rocky mountain goat, desert bighorn sheep, rocky mountain bighorn sheep, moose, bison and turkey. We like to talk with you and help guide you to the perfect hunt that will fit the adventure you are looking for. Dont miss this opportunity to have the hunt of a life time. Hunter is responsible for any additional costs of the appropriate resident or nonresident license fees. Archery or muzzleloader hunts give the opportunity of staying.
This is the final hunt from our 2019 limited entry book cliffs hunt. 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. Since early 70s, this outfitter has been providing mule deer hunting in duchesne county, utah. All mule deer abide by the biology and habits described in this book, and techniques for big deer will put you within gun range of a lot of averagesized bucks as well. Rustic comfort approximately 35,000 acres of private land surrounded by blm is yours to explore while enjoying comfortable cabins, hot showers and 4x4 transportation.
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. Main canyon, coal canyon, cottonwood canyon and spring canyon. Deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south regulates hunting opportunities in utah and covers 826,337 acres. We had other encounters with decent bucks that i couldnt get on film. 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 mule deer are traditional in their migration and winter areas.
To be honest i hope i draw, have a great hunt and get out of this points game for mule deer. We are also keeping close tabs on the monster mule deer. Henry mountain outfitters offer one of a kind guided hunts in the henry mountain area. Predators, new roads, overhunting and poor fawn crops had decimated the previously plentiful deer to the point that the.
Herd composition and harvest the book cliffs will be managed as a limited entry buck deer hunting unit, with a 3 year average postseason buck to doe ratio objective. 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. We hunt and guide big game in the majority of utah. There are some big brutes that will hang out on or near the top but they could be few and far between.
Aug 01, 2018 book cliffs mule deer are traditional in their migration and winter areas. I stalked several 4 points at the base of the vermillions all the way to the az line gps and that was where the better 4 points were. The book cliffs in utah in october is anyones guess. Utah book cliff deer hunt well, i drew out for my book cliffs muzzle loader hunt this year and was elated. We hunt general season deer in the northeastern region of utah. The deer in the utah book cliffs live a sheltered life. This plan will allow utah to offer more opportunities to people who enjoy hunting and viewing these animals. Nov 02, 2018 after 10 years of applying, my father, who is 70 years young, drew a utah limited entry deer tag for the bookcliffs north unit. The book cliffs are well known for being a sought after hunting destination, and for good reason. Theres also a herd of more than 250 bison on the nearby uintah and ouray reservation. Subscribe for new videos every monday and thursday.
Most of the book cliffs are public lands, making this a popular backcountry hunting destination where a limited number of licenses are available for trophyclass elk and mule deer. The book cliffs utah mule deer unit produces 150170 bucks yearly with a few larger taken. Call for an updated price list all hunts are, 5 day hunts. Welcome to bookcliff outfitters where weve been hunting elk, mule deer, mountain lion and you name it in the same colorado and utah locations for over 35 years. 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. Some of the hunts are held in the famous book cliffs. The summer had been brutally hot and dry with temperatures in the low 90s. Based on takems post, i think im still 1 point behind. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear. Hunter is responsible for obtaining a valid utah hunting license and purchasing the tag. From grand junction take i70 east to the cameo exit. When i got down in the white cliffs and vermillions the deer were back. The lands consists of rocky cliffs, mountains, forests, cattle ranches, rolling hills, open meadows, scrub brush, rivers and lakes. Hunting style depends on tag and hunters preference.
The utah wildlife board has approved a new management plan for mule deer. Book cliffs roadless deer eastmans hunting journals. It can be a physical hunt with a large roadless area included in the deer 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. The book cliffs unit probably provides one of the most enjoyable hunts in the west. Large mammals found in the book cliffs include coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats, mule deer, elk, black bears, pronghorn, american bison as an extension of the henry mountains bison herd and bighorn sheep. We are hunting for buck deer and we hunt an area that gets very little hunting pressure during deer season as it is accessible only by foot or horseback. Justin fuller takes a great buck on the book cliffs in eastern utah. The book cliffs have been renowned as one of the best hunting destinations in the country.
Deep canyons filled with thick oak brush provide excellent mule deer habitat. The lands consists of rocky cliffs, mountains, forests, cattle ranches. Utah deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south onx. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear and lion. Read reporting requirements, report your harvest and see your bonus points. I would like to thank everyone that gave advice and encouragement on this site.
Sep, 2019 book cliffs, utah limited entry mule deer unit. This muley he arrowed while hunting the book cliffs unit in utah. We hunt the book cliffs, rattlesnake, nine mile and san rafael units. This picture is from our private property buck deer hunting rates. Mule deer, elk and western big game hunting articles and. Specializing in back country deer hunting, he has hunted mule deer in eight western states. Lots of groups of 1520 with forkies and three points. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson springs. 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. Im hoping some guys go big with all this moisture and change units. These four larger systems are also accompanied by many smaller side canyons. We offer elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, cougar and bear hunts. Book cliffs, im a comming muleymadness hunting forums. Shane scott outfitting is a guide and outfitter located in richfield, utah.
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. This is the place to go to get a nice representative mule deer buck. Elk and deer archery hunting seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah elk and mule deer hunting experience. Ive looked into this unit before since i have enough bonus points to draw but. Antelope are common and many people have seen rocky mountain bighorn sheep, and moose. Archery or muzzleloader hunts give the opportunity of staying in wall tents with wood burning stoves while hunting spot and stalk off mules and on foot in more remote areas. Though the biggest buck we saw was on a small piece of private land. Predators, new roads, overhunting and poor fawn crops had.
Cross the colorado river and drive past the public service power plant. The little book cliffs wilderness study area is characterized by gentlysloping plateaus, various small canyons, and four major canyon systems. After a 4 year wait, the book cliffs area of northeastern utah had finally opened for mule deer. Part of the southern edge of this wsa is dominated by the 2,000foothigh face of the. Wlh is consistently harvesting more 200 mule deer bucks than any other outfit in the country. I think he is drawing muley since its in the mule deer section, but there is some good hunting for both. Our primary area is colorado unit 61, as most of you know unit 61 is one of colorados most soughtafter trophy elk and deer units.
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. Our hunters will usually get the opportunity to look over dozens of 4x4s while they search for that one special buck. 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. The variety of habitat makes this area perfect for supporting the abundant wildlife. Schuh lives in southern idaho with his wife, laura. This is an extremely remote unit that holds a great herd of mature bucks.
In january, 2009, utah division of wildlife resources officials transplanted 31 bison from the henry mountains bison herd to the book cliffs. Many of the bucks we harvest we have followed all year, starting with early summer trail cams and scouting. If there is a cold rain or even a early snow storm the deer will be off of the top and down to their winter grounds 12 miles to the north of the main road on the top. Buck mule deer hunting in the book cliffs, this is a limited entry unit. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a little challenging. Double c guides mule deer hunting book cliffs, henry. We guide on utahs premium units and most limited entry units, such as. Deer migrate each year to their winter ranges in the first week of october regardless of snow or other weather conditions. We are proud to make this great unit the heart of our operation. This remote unit is one of the most spectacular areas of utah. If the deer start moving down, you need to know where they are going. Come along as richard slaugh films the rutting muleys of the ut bookcliffs. Maintain a healthy mule deer population within the long term carrying.
Well i drew the south rifle tag at the salt lake convention which was a nice bonus. Directions there are two routes to access the little bookcliffs wsa. Justin hunted hard and was rewarded for his efforts. I strongly doubt that any hunter will feel this book is not worth the price or the time it takes to read. Utah mule deer guided hunts shane scott outfitting. The book cliffs of eastern utah has traditionally seen many trophy mule deer harvested. Most book cliffs deer migrate to the north, however some migrate south. Hunt with us this season and you will see great hunting areas, hard work ethics, and first class western hospitality. Rifle mule deer hunt on the book cliffs mossback youtube. Book cliffs hunting the book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson. After 10 years of applying, my father, who is 70 years young, drew a utah limited entry deer tag for the bookcliffs north unit.