At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Glass into deep timber and burned areas
- Hunt the last five days to avoid crowds
- Bearproof your camp




The Book Cliffs, Little Creek area in Utah garners mixed reviews, predominantly highlighting its challenging terrain and rugged beauty. Hunters typically appreciate the area's potential for mule deer hunting, citing varied success depending on the thoroughness of their scouting and understanding of local game patterns. Experienced hunters advise newcomers to prepare for difficult access and to plan hunts well in advance, considering draw odds and seasonal movement of game. Recommendations often suggest prioritizing thorough preparation and having a strategy to navigate this remote and demanding landscape effectively.
This unit for several years was known as the Book Cliffs roadless area and is in the center of the southern half of the roaded area, which is now called Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek South. Hunters must hike or ride horses or mules to reach elk this area.
This is a great unit for a hunter who likes to spike out and get away from crowds. There are some good ridges for glassing as well as good hiking trails in this area. Main canyons get lots more horse traffic.