Quick Tips
- Stand hunting over water can be effective
- Extremely low numbers of deer per square mile
- Chukar partridges live near water along Kanab Creek
- Merriam turkeys are hunted in Unit 13A
- Bring extra fuel and spare tires
- No services found within the unit
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 160"-180" | 190"+ |
| Antelope | 60"-75" | 75"+ |
| Desert Bighorn Sheep | 140"-155" | 160"+ |
On The Ground
Unit 13A makes up the eastern half of the area known as the Arizona Strip, home to some of the world’s largest mule deer as well as antelope and desert bighorn sheep. Situated in northern Arizona, this unit is more than 80% public land with great hiking and vehicle access. Drawing a tag to hunt in this unit is extremely difficult.
This unit has a low deer density, but every year produces big bucks. One of the most coveted units for mule deer in Arizona. Desert bighorn rams as well as antelope are of average quality.
Terrain
The unit includes the BLM Arizona Strip District, part of the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument and part of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Roughly 1,940 square miles
85.4% public land
Elevations range from 1,650-8,000 feet
Vegetation
Much of Unit 13A is comprised of rolling hills and canyons with sagebrush, cliffrose and bitterbrush along with pinyon and juniper trees. The areas around Mount Logan and Mount Trumbull have oak and ponderosa pine trees. The lowest elevations are desert with cactus and forbs cut by deep canyons.
Access
Hunters must hike a mile or more to reach many remote parts of the unit. The Mount Logan Wilderness and Mount Trumbull Wilderness are restricted to hunters on foot or horseback. Hunting is permitted on all state and BLM property as well as the Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument and Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Grand Canyon National Park is closed to hunting.
ATVs are helpful in some of the rugged canyon country
4x4 vehicles can access most areas
Mount Logan and Mount Trumbull wilderness areas are restricted to foot traffic
Camping and Lodging
Unit 13A is so remote that it contains no towns. Bring plenty of water, fuel and spare tires because services are not available. The nearest towns are Colorado City and Fredonia, where lodging can be found. Hunters who stay in those towns, however, would face long and difficult daily travel to better deer areas. Antelope hunters might consider motel lodging because antelope live in the northern part of the unit. Hunters find that remote camping along roads is practical. Camping is permitted on all BLM land. There is one developed campground and RV park in Pipe Springs in the extreme north end of the unit. An undeveloped campground is situated at Toroweap in the Grand Canyon National Park at the extreme south end of the unit.
Plan to camp remotely
No camping is allowed within a quarter mile of waterholes or tanks
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