Aug 12, 2009 new bison herd doing well in utahs book cliffs utah last winter, the transplant of 30 bison from the henry mountains to the book cliffs drew the attention of people across. One can find cottontails just about anywhere in this unit. Hunters who plan to hunt or scout in this portion of gmu 43 should be aware that a. Best trails in little book cliffs wilderness study area. If the deer start moving down, you need to know where they are going. The elk herd is much bigger in unit 55 of which vermejo owns about 600,000 acres. Double c guides and outfitters formarly wasatchuintah guides and outfitters is a small yet personal guiding outift operating in some of utahs top producing hunting areas. The paria plateau, which is surrounded by the paria canyonvermillion cliffs. Maps for the region book cliffs wildlife management unit. 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.
Book cliffs road less elk hunting essential ingredients. Buck mule deer hunting in the book cliffs, this is a limited entry unit. I was fortunate to hunt it in 08 for elk in the roadless area and simply had a wonderful time. These days, the manor house is used for weddings, meetings and charity events but its the quail hunting and waterfowl gunning that are blandfields biggest draws. We hunt the book cliffs, rattlesnake, nine mile and san rafael units. Double c guides and outfitters a premium hunting guide.
The roadless area of the book cliffs requires the use of horses to hunt effectively and double c has the knowledge and experience to insure a successful hunt. This is a difficult area to hunt because of the lack of a good vantage. Hunting areas, zones, units, and districts by state onx. Search for a hunt by wildlife species including buck. Elk hunting in arizona game management unit 4b the unit is comprised of mixed conifer on the southern end, pinyonjuniper woodland in the middle and high desert grasslands on the north end. Winding for 250 miles across utah and colorado, it is the longest continuous escarpment in the world. This means that you should be able to hunt the road less area also if you would like.
Feb 26, 2010 drew out for the book cliffs last year with 8 points i think it was. Just fill in the details below and we will send it offor before you visit moab, utah, and the red cliffs adventure lodge, call 866 8122002 for your vacation lodging, adventure activities, dining, and relaxation planner. Deer hunting in colorados gmu 22 rio blanco and garfield. 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. In 2015 a random sample of hunters will be contacted by dnr and. New mexicos unit 6b is all lands within the fenced andor posted boundary of the valles caldera national preserve as fenced andor posted by the us forest service. While game is plentiful in the region, finding that trophy animal can be difficult for someone unfamiliar with the. Hunting on sunday will now be allowed on the two sundays immediately following the last friday in october. As long as hunting competition remains tolerable and encountering game. John corey, of richmond, a frequent hunter, says that blandfield. In the colorado stretch of the book cliffs, abandoned coal mines are present, as significant coal resources were present in the region. The plateau, usually known only as the book cliffs, is a patchwork of federal, state, tribal and private lands.
I was blown away with how many bucks we saw together right off the road during the summer. Drew out for the book cliffs last year with 8 points i think it was. We offer elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, cougar and bear hunts. Created to meet its customers most demanding requirements, ak steel products are found across many industries. Kobus and madelein have opted for exclusivity rather than commercialism. Hunter preferences, ethics and hunting success are covered in chapters 911. Unit 39 sounds a lot like what you describe in utah. There are quite a few different land owners on top of the mesa.
In fact it is exactly the advice given in the book i mentioned above. Book cliffs roadless deer eastmans hunting journals. Unit 39 is huge and if you are from boise, i dont think there is any need to go to the far reaches of the unit to find a quality deer. New mexicos unit 39 begins at the junction of us 60 and nm 41 west of willard and running north along nm 41 to its intersection with i40 at moriarty, then east along i40 to its junction with us 84 east of santa rosa, then southeast along us 84 to its junction with us 60 at fort sumner, then west along us 60 to its junction with nm 41 west of willard.
Shop custom printed hunt maps high quality, customprinted, large format maps shipped to your door. These mines are now generally capped for safety, but several fatalities of recreational hikers have occurred at these mines since 1989. We guide some of the top limited entry elk and deer areas in the state of utah. The book cliffs, little creek roadless unit is one of our favorite elk areas. Deer are welldistributed in the northern portion from midoctober. Their small size insures that you get a high quality experience as they have only a couple hunters in camp at any.
Home map index successful hunts faq order maps contact shopping cart the full list of maps is available below. Oil clashes with elk in the book cliffs high country. The cliffs preferred builders pay a shared marketing fee for. The book cliffs are well known for being a sought after hunting destination, and for good reason.
From talking to friends that hunt the area i think you have to hunt it the first few days and the last few days of the season really hard. 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. After a 4 year wait, the book cliffs area of northeastern utah had finally opened for mule deer. Between price, utah and grand junction, colorado, highway 6 and interstate 70 cross 170 miles of barren and windswept terrain. Home to wild horses, theres always something new to see or do in the bookcliffs.
We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear and lion. The way that it looks is that the hunt includes both a and c in the any weapon hunt. A website dedicated to hunters in bc, offering forums, picture gallery, and other resources. Find the bestrated league city apartments for rent near huntcliff apartments at.
Welcome to bluecliff hunting safaris, where hunters dreams come true. I was hoping to gather some more information on the area if anyone has hunted this area for elk in the past. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a little challenging. The utah hunt planner also provides the legal hunting boundaries approved by the utah wildlife board. Photos of the amazing beauty you will experience on one of. Elk and deer hunting package includes everything but your personal gear, bedroll and weapon. Elk hunting in arizonas game management unit 4b huntscore. Antelope in hunt units 12a12b are found primarily in house rock. We hunt general season deer in the northeastern region of utah. The buenos aires national wildlife refuge is open to cottontail rabbit hunting. Alaska hunting maps by game management unit, alaska.
The variety of habitat makes this area perfect for supporting the abundant wildlife. Whether youre exploring a new hunting area or checking the boundaries of a speciesspecific district, you can scout, plan and hunt with confidence knowing onx. Use of these maps indicates that you have read and understand the liability statement. Even if i dont get to hunt there, maybe my young teenage son will.
Utah wildlife board approves changes to big game regulations. I think for the fun of it i will venture into the roadless area again just for the beauty of it all. Diff unit, but i was surprised at the number of big bucks i saw atnear tree line in the blowing snow last year in wy. The only hunts that i know of that split the road less area off into its own hunt are for the elk hunts. These are complex lowrolling hills with grass bottoms and sagecliffrose dominated tops. The biggest ranch on the johnson mesa side would be on its southern slope, it is the to ranch. Elk inhabit each of these vegetative types, but tend to concentrate at the higher, southern elevations. Hunting will be allowed for all species, except moose, for which a season is open at that time. It has been common to see as many as 40 to 50 bucks in a 5 day period. While game is plentiful in the region, finding that trophy animal can be difficult for someone unfamiliar with the unit.
The sierra vista ranch property is fenced, signed and closed to hunting and trespassing. Johnson mesa does have a healthy herd but does not consistently produce real big bulls. The utah division of wildlife resources utah hunt planner is an interactive map designed to help hunters research hunting units. We have had over 30 years experience hunting this unit. Ak steel, a whollyowned subsidiary of clevelandcliffs, is a leading producer of flatrolled carbon, stainless and electrical steel products.
The drive would be lonely but for a constant companion. 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. Blm a great map to have if you are interested in mountain biking or motorized dirt biking. Reasons to protect utahs book cliffs roadless area backcountry. Utah bookcliffs elk hunt good morning everyone, i drew the book cliffs bitter creek south unit for archery this year in utah. Limited entry book cliffs bull elk hunts and wasatch bull. Whether you have drawn a coveted limited entry elk permit, a once in a lifetime mountain goat tag, or if you are just looking for some help on a general season deer or elk hunt, we have a hunt for you. The book cliffs are within the colorado plateau geologic province. Application materials and a turkey hunting regulations book are.
We are gt outfitters, specializing in eastern utah big game. Photos of the amazing beauty you will experience on one of our wilderness adventures or trail rides. The roadless book cliffs are not huge in size, but is far bigger than can be hunted in a single season. Beginning at the junction of az hwy 86 and az hwy 286. Anyway for the hunt we went down the thursday before to spend some time scouting. Founded in 2015, bookyourhunt is a trusted online marketplace where hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and professional outfitters can list, easily discover, book, and enjoy unique hunting opportunities around the world. Numerous opportunities for both are found on blm land south of book cliffs near westwater, and are marked on the map. Texas hunter eliminates hundreds of feral hogs with militarygrade sniper scope duration. This is a great place to meet hunters and swap hunts with people from all parts of the province. Sixty air miles later, the plateau ends abruptly at the roan cliffs and book cliffs. Would you like us to mail you the red cliffs lodge brochure.
Book cliffs, little creek roadless the book cliffs, little creek roadless unit is one of our favorite elk areas. Utah hunt planner utah division of wildlife resources. Wed satthe cliff s neighborhood fall garage sale will be sept 2528, 2019. The hunting ranges from fair to good in the bookcliffs and piceance units. Dec 07, 20 the number of bucks per 100 does on the northern part of the book cliffs limitedentry deer hunting unit should increase after the board approved a dwr proposal to split the unit into two areas. Come along as richard slaugh films the rutting muleys of the ut bookcliffs. Sep 18, 2015 texas hunter eliminates hundreds of feral hogs with militarygrade sniper scope duration. I would like to thank everyone that gave advice and encouragement on this site. Only one hunting party is admitted at any one time, ensuring that guests enjoy exclusive use of all facilities, and the dedicated backup of an efficient, professional team. The metro deer management zone is now deer permit area 701. The number of bucks per 100 does on the northern part of the book cliffs limitedentry deer hunting unit should increase after the board approved a dwr proposal to split the unit into two areas. Bluecliff safaris lodges combine luxury, comfort and superb scenery. In march 2020, clevelandcliffs completed the acquisition of ak steel.
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. The viewing platform is right in front of a small pulloff parking area for the book cliffs view. But most of them are road hunting, or hunting within a few hundred yards of a road. Deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south regulates hunting opportunities in utah and covers 826,337 acres. The distinctive formations offer plenty of hiking, camping and more. Double c guides elk hunts and elk hunting in the roadless. Cliffs l 2012 annual report 2012 cliffs natural resources inc.
As your professional hunter i will accompany you at all times to ensure that. We offer some of the best utah elk hunting guides anywhere. As the name implies, this is an area that is accessible by foot traffic or horseback only. Here you will find prints by michael coleman and nicholas coleman. Preferred builders the cliffs private luxury communities.
If these spaces are full, continue north around the bend to the window rock trail parking area and use the window rock trail to connect down to the canyon rim trail. Utah deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south onx. The bookcliffs define the skyline of grand junction. Oil clashes with elk in the book cliffs high country news. They have been hunting these areas for over 25 years on a personal level and professionally for nearly 10. New bison herd doing well in utahs book cliffs utah last winter, the transplant of 30 bison from the henry mountains to. New leave no trace care for colorado principles aim at. The size of the area, and difficult terrain, can make it a very challenging place to hunt. A cold rains storm much less snow will put them right into migration mode and it only takes less than a day for. The book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. Double c guides and outfitters a premium hunting guide on.
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