At a Glance
Stretching north of Cave Creek on the outskirts of Phoenix to Camp Verde, this unit is composed of low-elevation Sonoran desert and steep mountains with rough wilderness areas. Hunters here seek elk, mule deer, Coues deer and antelope.
Some superb Coues deer live in this unit along with a few mature bull elk, with average antelope and mule deer. Few hunters would enjoy hunting elk here because animals are scarce and the terrain is difficult to hunt. Mule deer numbers are down due to predation and drought. Antelope are found in northern half of unit.
Quick Tips
- Don't apply for an elk tag if you want to see a lot of bulls
- Use an ATV to navigate rough and rocky roads
- Javelina are numerous
- Quail hunting in the fall and winter

