Quick Tips
- Scout and learn the unit, its big country
- Have a detailed map that shows road access
- Let optics cover the ground for you
- Plan to hunt all or as much of the season as possible
- Arches National Park is a must see, if you have extra time
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 140"-170" | 170"+ |
On The Ground
Named after the La Sal Mountains, the large and only real mountain range in the unit, this unit has healthy herds of mule deer and great scenery. With good public access and moderate terrain, this area gives hunters a fun enjoyable hunt for mature bucks.
A general deer unit, managed for hunter opportunity, this unit still holds good bucks. Good public access in this unit.
Terrain
One of the larger units in the state, it has a huge variation in terrain and habitat. There is a large stretch of desert and red slick rock canyon country leading up to the La Sal Mountain range. The La Sal Mountains are big mountains with peaks reaching up past 12,000 feet above sea level. Off of the mountain tops are large steep timber covered canyons leading down to the desert floor.
Roughly 2,365 square miles
92% public land
Elevation from 4,000 feet to 12,700 feet
Vegetation
The low elevations on this unit area dry, desert rolling hills and flats. Some grass, prickly-pear cactus and sage brush with scattered pinyon pines and juniper trees. Middle elevations are covered in ponderosa pines, oak brush and the sage brush continues through this elevation as well. The higher elevations have scattered aspen groves with the steep slopes covered in conifer forests.
Access
Much of the unit is part of the Manti-La Sal National Forest or desert land managed by the BLM, giving good public access. There is road access on all sides of the unit with well-maintained dirt roads leading to less-maintained 4-wheel drive roads or ATV trails. There are some large sections of private land that are closed to hunting, some are part of the CWMU program. Arches National Park is part of the unit and is closed to hunting.
ATVs recommended
4-Wheel drive recommended
Camping and Lodging
Most hunters camp along roads, there are several locations that have good, flat camping locations for travel trailers or tents. There are a couple of designated campgrounds open to the public. Moab and Green River are the nearest towns and offer lodging and services.
Arrive early for better camping locations
Expect to camp near other hunters
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