AZ Elk Unit 8
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AZ 8 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Unit 8 spans 413,000 acres across dramatic elevation — from 3,553 ft in lower canyons to 9,236 ft on high plateaus — with nearly complete public-land access (98%). This vertical relief means hunters can pursue elk across multiple elevation bands depending on season and weather. The extensive public ownership eliminates access hassles and supports self-guided hunting throughout the unit. Herd Quality The unit maintains an average bull:cow ratio of 29:100 — squarely in the average/well-managed range. This reflects a sustainable herd under moderate harvest pressure, typical of Arizona's regulated..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery Antlerless #3179
Archery Antlerless #3193
Archery Antlerless #3201
Archery Bull #3160
Archery Bull #3174
Archery Bull #3182
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Archery Early Antlerless #3179
Archery Early Antlerless #3193
Archery Early Antlerless #3201
Archery Early Bull #3138
Archery Early Bull #3152
Archery Early Bull #3161
Muzzleloader Antlerless #3110
Muzzleloader Antlerless #3118
Muzzleloader Antlerless #3129
Rifle Antlerless #3047
Rifle Antlerless #3049
Rifle Antlerless #3050
Rifle Bull #3020
Rifle Bull #3021
Rifle Bull #3022
Rifle Early Bull #3003
2025 draw results are in
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Archery Early Bull #3138 | 216 | 82 | 38.0% |
| 2024 | Archery Bull #3160 | 47 | 5 | 11.0% |
| 2024 | Archery Antlerless #3179 | 39 | 12 | 31.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle Bull #3022 | 460 | 117 | 25.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle Antlerless #3050 | 398 | 152 | 38.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader Antlerless #3110 | 182 | 67 | 37.0% |
| 2023 | Archery Early Bull #3152 | 230 | 62 | 31.0% |
| 2023 | Archery Bull #3174 | 42 | 9 | 19.0% |
| 2023 | Archery Antlerless #3193 | 44 | 13 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle Bull #3021 | 481 | 116 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle Antlerless #3049 | 438 | 160 | 37.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader Antlerless #3118 | 189 | 99 | 52.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3161 | 235 | 59 | 25.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3182 | 39 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3201 | 47 | 10 | 21.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3003 | 25 | 19 | 76.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3020 | 466 | 128 | 27.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3047 | 444 | 117 | 26.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle #3129 | 187 | 87 | 47.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery Antlerless Elk #3182 — 3182 | Sep 11, 2026 — Sep 24, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Archery Bull Elk #3139 — 3139 | Sep 11, 2026 — Sep 24, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Archery Bull Elk #3160 — 3160 | Nov 13, 2026 — Nov 26, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader Antlerless Elk #3111 — 3111 | Oct 16, 2026 — Oct 22, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle Antlerless Elk #3049 — 3049 | Dec 4, 2026 — Dec 10, 2026 | — | female |
| 2026 | Rifle Bull Elk #3021 — 3021 | Nov 27, 2026 — Dec 3, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Bull : Cow
29per 100
2024 Survey
Calf : Cow
42per 100
2024 Survey
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