Hunters generally find Unit 5BS in Arizona to offer promising elk hunting opportunities, with good accessibility and a variety of terrain that supports both spot-and-stalk and ambush strategies. The unit's draw odds are considered moderate, so planning ahead and understanding the terrain can improve your odds. Many hunters note the variable weather conditions that can shift game movement, so monitoring forecasts and being adaptable is advised. Overall, those familiar with the area appreciate the balance between challenge and opportunity, suggesting scouting and preparation are key to a successful hunt in this unit.
This is the southern part of Unit 5B and a good place to hunt elk and mule deer. Good numbers of elk are distributed across the unit. Mule deer numbers are stable and antelope numbers fluctuate.
This unit has a large herd of elk, stable mule deer populations and antelope. Antelope trophy size is smaller here than in Unit 5BN, but there is good opportunity for hunting branch-antlered bull elk. Early archery elk season is much better than the late bow season and hunters in early seasons usually kill bigger bulls.