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NevadaMule Deer

NV Mule Deer Unit 263

Total Acres
649,894
Public Land
77%
Elevation
1,638–6,985 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery (Antlered) — Archery-Deer (Antlered)Aug 10, 2026Sep 9, 2026male
2026Muzzleloader (Antlered) — Muzzleloader-Deer (Antlered)Sep 10, 2026Oct 4, 2026male
2026Rifle (Antlered) — Alw-Deer (Antlered)Aug 10, 2026Sep 9, 2026male

AI Scout Analysis

# NV 263 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Hunting Conditions** Unit 263 spans 1,638–6,985 ft elevation across nearly 650,000 acres of mixed terrain with 77% public land access. Hunter reports indicate deer range from mid-elevation benches to high ridges (6,000–10,000+ ft), with scattered timber and open parks. Expect demanding hiking to locate bucks; this is a "cover lots of country" hunt requiring glassing skills and endurance. **Herd Quality** Trophy data for this unit is not available. Forum...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Rifle (Antlered)resident1,01040
2023Archery (Antlered)resident678
2023Muzzleloader (Antlered)resident448
2023Rifle (Junior)resident14620
2023Rifle (Antlered)nonresident1143
2023Archery (Antlered)nonresident62
2023Muzzleloader (Antlered)nonresident52
2023Rifle (Guided)nonresident42

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle (Antlered)33927.3%
2023Archery (Antlered)7228.6%
2023Muzzleloader (Antlered)80
2023Rifle (Junior)18527.8%
2023Rifle (Antlered)3133.3%
2023Muzzleloader (Antlered)11100.0%
2023Rifle (Guided)11100.0%