This is consistently one of the top archery hunts in the state. High Pines and low cedars along with a huge burn area give this unit many advantages. The entire southern border is the Mogollon Rim and the White Mountain Apache Reservations. Elevation is from 6,800 – 10,800 feet. Expect to see 340 – 360” with a possibility of 370+.  

• Bull to cow ratio is 36:100
• 63% harvest rate in 2022
• 250 total tags for this year.

Yellow pine timber with some open reseeds scattered throughout. Great unit adjacent to the Fort Apache Indian reservation. Some hunting pressure with lots of elk. Hunters never know what they are going to see coming off the reservation when the rut gets going! Great access. Elevation is from 5,600 – 7,200 feet. Expect to see 330 – 350” with a possibility of 360+ .

• Bull to cow ratio is 39:100
• 62% harvest rate
• 125 total tags for this year.

Hunt has a local population of elk bordering the White Mountain Apache Reservation. The Elk move back and forth during the rut and there is a chance at a very nice bull. The rut needs to be in full swing to take advantage as it is thick along the reservations fence. Expect to see 300-340″ with a possibility of 350+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 12:100
• 62% harvest rate in 2017
• 75 total tags for this year.

Another solid unit for good size bulls. Hunting pressure can be high with tag allocation but good elk densities should make this hunt very exciting for those looking for a 330 type bull. Elevations are from 4,000 to 7,000 feet. Expect to see 300-340″ class bulls with a chance at 350+ .

• Bull to cow ratio is 51:100
• 47% harvest rate in 2022
• 168 total tags for this year

This is a very good hunt for medium-sized bulls. Hunting pressure can be high with the tag allocations but equally high density of bulls. As with every unit, there is always a chance at a lunker. Good public land access and lots of elk. Hunt the cedars or pine trees it doesn’t matter. Elevations are from 3,500 to 7,000 feet. Expect to see 300 – 330” with a possibility of 350+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 51:100
• 53% harvest rate and in 2022
• 200 total tags for this year.

This is another great hunt with lots of elk. Moderate volcanic juniper hills and mountains. Always seem to rut good in this unit. As with most Arizona units great access. There is some trophy potential here as there have been many great bulls harvested in this unit the last 4 years or so. Elevation is from 5,500 – 9,300 feet. Expect to see 330 – 350” with a possibility of 360+ .

• Bull to cow ratio is 20:100
• 46% harvest rate IN 2022
• 150 total tags for this year.

This is an interesting hunt. lots of elk, borders unit 9 on the north. Not as high quality as 9 but great access and plenty of elk to hunt. Wilderness areas provide hunters a chance to get away from the crowds. Elevations are from 3,500 to 7,000 feet. Expect to see 300 – 330” with a possibility of 340+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 28:100
• 34% harvest rate in 2022
• 120 total tags for this year.

Many elk, great access and fun hunt. The top 2 all-time SCI bulls were killed in unit 8. A 464″ monster in 2004 and 455″ in 2003. Also, the number 3 all-time muzzleloader 435″ was taken here by your preferred outfitter Arizona Elk Outfitter LLC. Elevation is from 6,800 – 10,800 feet. Expect to see 340 – 360” with a possibility of 370+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 32:100
• 33% harvest rate in 2022
• 250 total tags for this year.

There is not much more that can be said about unit 9. It is Indian reservations on each side and the Grand Canyon National Park on the north. It is flat and thick which lends itself to chasing screaming bulls. It has been managed for the last 40 years for quality and it shows with the sheer number of big bulls killed here. Elevation is from 5,800 – 7,500 feet. Expect to see 340 – 360” with a possibility of 380+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 34:100
• 67% harvest rate and in 2022
• 100 total tags for this year.

This hunt can be exhilarating and frustrating. Big Boquillas Ranch has some rules affecting waterholes & trail. The permits were reduced this year which will help with the hunting pressure. Still one of the best hunts in the west and there are always a handful of enormous bulls killed here. Elevation is from 2,000 – 7,500 feet. Expect to see 340 – 360” with a possibility of 380+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 40:100 
• 53% harvest rate in 2022
• 100 total tags for this year.

This hunt can be very tough. There are some huge bulls here and every year a few bruisers get killed. There are some access issues with private property but can be worked around with the right outfitter. The X Bar One ranch is located in the middle of the unit, the Fort Rock on the southwest side. The Hualapai reservation on the north. Can be great with the right information before applying. Elevations are from 3,500 to 5,500 feet. Expect to see 300 – 330” with a possibility of 350+ .

• 55% harvest rate in 2022
• 35 total tags for this year.

Another limited opportunity hunt. There are a ton of places to hunt but the elk are scattered. There are annually some huge bulls here but again access issues must be dealt with. The famous ORO ranch is in the middle of the area and always has some great bulls. Can be good but again know the risks when applying. Elevations are from 3,500 to 7,000 feet. Expect to see 300 – 330” with a possibility of 350+.

• Bull to cow ratio is 60:100
• 71% harvest rate in 2022
• 35 total tags for this year.