AZ Mule Deer Unit 45B

AZ 45B — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 45B sprawls across 266,837 acres of entirely public land, ranging from low-desert scrub at 672 feet to high-country pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pine above 3,600 feet. This elevation span creates distinct seasonal habitat zones—lower elevations support desert mule deer in winter; higher country provides refuge and cooler habitat in summer. The full elevation gradient means hunters can adjust strategy based on conditions and deer movement patterns. All public-land status eliminates permission hassles and offers flexible access across the entire unit. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys document an **above-average to..