AZ Mule Deer Unit 46A

AZ 46A — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 46A spans 400,702 acres of low to mid-elevation terrain (729–3,268 ft), with nearly complete public-land access. This mix of desert and intermediate-elevation habitat supports diverse hunting strategies—from lower-country sagebrush and desert scrub to piñon-juniper and mixed-conifer at higher elevations. The Coronado National Forest (Safford District) holds key access points and provides detailed maps showing public parcels and entry routes. Water and agricultural areas attract deer during dry periods; desert hunting demands more glassing and patience but offers a more self-reliant hunt character. Proximity to Safford and surrounding communities makes..