Arizona Mule Deer Hunting Units & Draw Odds
69 units · 49.6% avg hunter success
Arizona's mule deer draw runs on a bonus point system across 69 units, giving nonresidents a genuine shot at quality hunts. Nonresidents receive 10% of available tags. The 2026 application closes June 2, with results posted June 23—tag fee is $315 and application fee is $15. Unlike some states, Arizona's bonus system means you can draw with zero points; recent data shows multiple units where hunters drew muzzleloader any tags at 100.0% with no points required. This page breaks down unit-by-unit draw odds and harvest success rates so you can target realistic hunts and understand what to expect once you're on the ground.
How the Arizona Draw Works
Draw system
Bonus points — each point multiplies your chances.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
— – Jun 2(nonresident)
Results: Jun 23
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$15 app · $160 license · $315 tag · $15 point
Easiest Mule Deer Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader Any #1195
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader Any #1195
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader Any #1195
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader Any #1195
100% at zero points · Youth Any #1157
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader #1189
100% at zero points · Youth Any #1173
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader #1179
89% at zero points · Youth #1158
89% at zero points · Muzzleloader Buck #1192
83% at zero points · Rifle #1090
81% at zero points · Rifle #1141
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 15A | — | 100%Muzzleloader Any #1195 | 43% | 84% |
| Unit 15B | — | 100%Muzzleloader Any #1195 | 42% | 100% |
| Unit 15C | — | 100%Muzzleloader Any #1195 | 28% | 83% |
| Unit 15D | — | 100%Muzzleloader Any #1195 | 42% | 69% |
| Unit 20B | — | 100%('23)Youth Any #1157 | 24% | 86% |
| Unit 30B | — | 100%('22)Muzzleloader #1189 | 28% | 54% |
| Unit 37B | — | 100%('23)Youth Any #1173 | 68% | 91% |
| Unit 6B | — | 100%('22)Muzzleloader #1179 | 43% | 98% |
| Unit 20C | — | 89%('22)Youth #1158 | 68% | 83% |
| Unit 33 | — | 89%Muzzleloader Buck #1192 | 75% | 87% |
| Unit 24A | — | 83%('22)Rifle #1090 | 44% | 88% |
| Unit 36A | — | 81%('22)Rifle #1141 | 59% | 74% |
All Arizona Mule Deer Units
Arizona Mule Deer Draw FAQ
Can I draw an Arizona mule deer tag with zero points?
Yes. Recent 2024 and 2023 results show that in multiple units—15A, 15B, 15C, 15D, and 20B—the best zero-point hunts drew at 100.0%, meaning nonresidents drew those tags without accumulating any bonus points. Unit specifics vary, so your odds depend on which unit you target.
What's the deadline for Arizona's 2026 mule deer draw?
Applications close June 2, 2026, with results posted June 23. Nonresident application fee is $15, and the tag fee is $315 once you draw.
How much of Arizona's mule deer tags go to nonresidents?
Nonresidents receive 10% of available mule deer tags statewide. Your odds in any unit depend on how many nonresident tags are allocated there and the number of applicants in the bonus pool.
What harvest success should I expect in Arizona mule deer units?
Harvest success varies significantly by unit and hunt type. Recent data shows success rates ranging from 24% to 43% across the units tracked here. Unit 15A and 15D (muzzleloader any) both posted 42% success, while Unit 15C came in at 28%. Your location and season choice matter.
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