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ArizonaMule Deer

AZ Mule Deer Unit 21

Total Acres
700,846
Public Land
94%
Wilderness
7%
Elevation
1,480–6,805 ft

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
2
Avg Score
190.4
Top Score
200.6
Recent (5yr)
0

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

17per 100

2025 Survey

Fawn : Doe

7per 100

2025 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# AZ 21 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Conditions** Unit 21 spans 700,846 acres across a dramatic elevation range (1,480–6,805 ft) with 94% public land access. This mixed-elevation unit transitions from lower desert to high-country terrain, offering diverse hunting habitat and excellent access for DIY hunters. **Herd Quality** Wildlife surveys show an average buck:doe ratio of 22:100—an **average** herd composition indicating typical hunting pressure. Population appears stable based on...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
24 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle Buck #1035nonresident3330
2023Rifle Buck #1080nonresident3027
2023Rifle Buck #1081nonresident3927
2023Rifle Buck #1082nonresident613
2023Youth Any #1159nonresident115
2023Rifle Buck #1035resident724300
2023Rifle Buck #1080resident403275
2023Rifle Buck #1081resident280275
2023Rifle Buck #1082resident43030
2023Youth Any #1159resident16450

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle #10352349239.0%
2023Rifle #10802449238.0%
2023Rifle #10812489438.0%
2023Rifle #108228829.0%
2023Youth #1159411844.0%