At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Place trail cameras on or near water sources
- Glass early and late in the day
- Make sure you have plenty of supplies
- Some roads are three hours from town
- Hunt near water sources




Southwest Desert, Utah, is recognized for its varied terrain and distinct hunting experiences, encompassing both mountainous regions and desert landscapes. Hunters frequently note the challenge of these diverse terrains but appreciate the opportunities they afford for spotting game. The area's draw odds and seasonality present a strategic puzzle; it’s advised to research thoroughly and plan ahead for the best chances of success in bagging quality game during the season. Overall, hunters find value in understanding local game behavior and adapting their strategies to the region's unique conditions for a rewarding experience.
Compared with other general buck units in Utah, this unit has low numbers of deer. Most of the land found here is public land but hunters should be prepared to cover a good deal of country to even spot deer.
This high-desert unit is so vast and isolated that some bucks get old enough to grow big antlers. This large unit giving hunters opportunity to get away from the crowds. This is a very remote unit.