Hunters discussing Unit 6B in Arizona highlight the unit's challenging but rewarding hunting opportunities, especially for elk. Many emphasize the importance of understanding the terrain, which can be rugged with varying elevation, making scouting trips vital for success. There is consistent advice about planning around the seasonality, as elk behavior varies significantly between early and late seasons, impacting sightings and success rates. Overall, the unit requires persistence and preparation, but seasoned hunters find it rewarding for those willing to tackle its diverse landscapes.
This unit holds mule deer, Coues deer, elk and low numbers of antelope. The only rifle elk season is in November and hunter success is low. A large canyon running through the unit holds game.
This is typically an easier unit to draw an archery bull elk tag to hunt during September. Early archery elk season offers a hunter a good chance to take a mature bull. During the late rifle elk season, glassing canyon terrain may lead to hunting opportunity. While mule deer hunting is average, some trophy quality Coues deer live in thick cover in canyons. Antelope hunting can be challenging because timber limits glassing.