Quick Tips
- Non-lead restrictions for big game are in effect in this zone
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 90"-110" | 120"+ |
On The Ground
Zone D-9 located in central Kern County.
This area is a short drive from major urban populations. There will be plenty of hunters and outdoor enthusiast in the field. Stay safe and wear your blaze orange clothing. This is an extreme high use area. You may experience the anti’s dirty looks and disruption as well as competition from other hunters. Make sure you pack your patience with others medication.
Terrain
The terrain in this zone changes drastically form east to west. It runs from the flat lands in the valleys in the west, up into the high mountains of the Sierra Nevadas in the north.
Roughly 1,462 square miles
51% public land
Elevations range from 400 – 8,400 feet
Vegetation
The terrain can be very steep and rugged and vegetation can be extremely dense. The vegetation is highly varied throughout Zone D-9 ranging from oak-woodland, mixed and montane chaparral, hardwood, hardwood-conifer, aspen and dense conifer to alpine habitats.
Access
Most of the public land in Zone D-9 is located in the northern and eastern portions of the zone. Major access to the public land is from State Highways 178, 58 and 14; the road network within the forest is somewhat limited, but adequate.
Zone D-9 contains a mixture of both public and private lands. Remember you must obtain and have in your possession written permission to hunt on private property. Hunter trespass laws are strictly enforced. A substantial portion of Zone D-9 is composed of public lands, including the Sequoia National Forest, and lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management.
Camping and Lodging
There are several Forest Service campgrounds within Zone D-9. The developed campsites are shown on the Forest Service maps. Informal camping is allowed on Forest Service lands, but campfire permits are required.
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