Ksl outdoors utah mentor program book cliffs deer hunt. Research hunts and units before you apply in the big game drawing, and any of utahs other hunt drawings. Book cliffs archery mule deer hunt 2019 bryces buck big mac roadless area duration. We are gt outfitters, specializing in eastern utah big game. Add some of utahs best backcountry fishing in the mix and you have the makings for an amazing utah outdoor hunting experience. This is the place to go to get a nice representative mule deer buck. The book cliffs area is an exceptional trophy elk and mule deer unit. I just found i drew the book cliffs archery tag today. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear.
We offer elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, cougar and bear hunts. 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. Be thankful we dont live in utahunreal the campfire. As a resident i drew an archery deer book cliffs tag this year with 8 points. Any weapon vernal buck deer south slope diamond mountain. The book cliffs of eastern utah has traditionally seen many trophy mule deer harvested. Elk archery and deer archery seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah archery hunting experience. Cant say enough about the time and effort that you guys put in ahead of time.
We wanted to make the most of this opportunity so the. This remote unit is one of the most spectacular areas of utah. The book cliffs unit probably provides one of the most enjoyable hunts in the west. Was just browsing info about the bookcliffs and found this site. 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. 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. 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 hunt with clay mckeachnie of book cliffs hunting. My dad isnt picky about what buck he wanted to shoot, and didnt get too far from his rzr. Utah book cliff deer hunt well, i drew out for my book cliffs muzzle loader hunt this year and was elated. Book cliffs bucks scouting before the hunt 819 youtube.
Book cliffs double team archery deer 2010 hunt adventures. 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. Any weapon vernal bull elk south slope diamond mtn. Dont miss this opportunity to have the hunt of a life time. Without all of the preseason work this probably doesnt happen. The deer in the utah book cliffs live a sheltered life. Archery elk and archery deer season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time. After a 4 year wait, the book cliffs area of northeastern utah had finally opened for mule deer. The book cliffs are well known for being a sought after hunting destination, and for good reason. Mule deer, elk and western big game hunting articles and. We specialize in trophy bull elk, mule deer, bison, bear and lion.
Weve added some photos from the good ol days for your viewing. Deep canyons filled with thick oak brush provide excellent mule deer habitat. Deer limited hunt unit book cliffs, south regulates hunting opportunities in utah and covers 826,337 acres. As the hunt draws nearer, the anticipation continues. If the deer start moving down, you need to know where they are going.
The book cliffs utah mule deer unit produces 150170 bucks yearly with a few larger taken. The size of the area, and difficult terrain, can make it a very challenging place to hunt. Starting in 2020, there will be three new limitedentry buck deer hunts that occur from nov. 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. Now the fun begins staring at th computer, shooting the smokestick, getting in better shape, and dreaming. 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. Hey guys havent been on this site for a long time, im sad to say.
Hunters choice vernal bull elk book cliffs, bitter creeksouth. Hunters choice vernal red rocks st george saturday, april 25, 2020. We are truly fortunate to be able to offer this awesome trophy bull elk hunt in utahs famous book cliffs unit. Multi season vernal pronghorn south slope, bonanzadiamond mtn.
Double c guides mule deer hunting book cliffs, henry. The utah division of wildlife resources utah hunt planner is an interactive map designed to help hunters research hunting units. Utah book cliffs, boulder and wasatch trophy bull elk. 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.
Utah hunt planner utah division of wildlife resources. A few clips of some of the deer we were able to locate on our scouting trip in early august. This unit has a lot of deer, finding a buck over 180 may prove a little challenging. The book cliffs in utah in october is anyones guess. Species location type weapon applicants tags avail. Our camp is a roadside camp placed within easy distance of prime deer hunting areas. The book cliffs are for spike only while the uintas are for any bull. I cant wait to share the journey with the hunt talk crowd. It produces 310340 bulls yearly with a few bulls 340 plus taken each year.
Footage of book cliffs bucks and hunt explained through selfie video. Henry mountain, paunsagunt, west desert vernon, oak creek, book cliffs, thousand lake and the doloris triangle. Predators, new roads, overhunting and poor fawn crops had decimated the previously plentiful deer to the point that the. 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. Book cliffs elk and deer hunts fully guided trophy hunts. 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. He, justin and i were lucky enough to have drawn book cliffs tags. This picture is from our private property buck deer hunting rates. I was out at the book cliffs a bit this summer and just spent the labor day weekend out there. Elk and deer archery seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah hunting experience.
Book cliffs roadless deer eastmans hunting journals. There is a lot of bucks out there, we saw a few over 160. There are some big brutes that will hang out on or near the top but they could be few and far between. Utah mule deer guided hunts shane scott outfitting. The utah hunt planner also provides the legal hunting boundaries approved by the utah wildlife board. I would like to thank everyone that gave advice and encouragement on this site.
Call for an updated price list all hunts are, 5 day hunts including meals, lodging, transportation call 970 640 7281. The book cliffs bitter creek south is a good elk unit. Over the counter general season tags are available in the book cliffs units and the uintas. My son and i drew the nr archery mule deer tag with 7pts this year. This is the best hunting talk site on the internet in my opinion. Handgunarcherymuzzleloadershotgunonly hunts hams hunts. An archery hunt in the riverbottoms of west tennessee proves theres still tremendous. 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, 2019 book cliffs, utah limited entry mule deer unit. 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. We hunt the book cliffs, rattlesnake, nine mile and san rafael units. The summer had been brutally hot and dry with temperatures in the low 90s. Elk and deer archery hunting seasons run simultaneously and allow for a great combination utah elk and mule deer hunting experience. As things grew we started getting request from clients who wanted us to offer deer and elk hunts in this area as well. This is the final hunt from our 2019 limited entry book cliffs hunt. 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. We guide on utahs premium units and most limited entry units, such as.
He has an intimate knowledge of this unit and has produced incredible results for his archery and rifle clients for many years. Book cliffs hunting, 6900 main canyon road, thompson. Wlh is consistently harvesting more 200 mule deer bucks than any other outfit in the country. Justin hunted hard and was rewarded for his efforts. 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. The book cliffs little creek roadless area does require horses to access. Archery season in utah is one of only a few times where it is possible to hunt two species at the same time.