Unit 05B (Heber/Overgaard)
Arizona Hunting Guide — Elk
Unit 05B covers the Heber and Overgaard area on the western Mogollon Rim, with over 14,000 cumulative elk applicants. The unit spans the Sitgreaves National Forest's Black Mesa Ranger District — a broad ponderosa plateau with numerous grass parks and drainages feeding into the upper Black and Chevelon creek systems. Unit 5B produces consistent bull quality and offers hunters a mix of road-accessible and more remote terrain.
Elk Hunting in Unit 05B
Unit 05B covers the Heber and Overgaard area on the western Mogollon Rim, with over 14,000 cumulative elk applicants. The unit spans the Sitgreaves National Forest's Black Mesa Ranger District — a broad ponderosa plateau with numerous grass parks and drainages feeding into the upper Black and Chevelon creek systems. Unit 5B produces consistent bull quality and offers hunters a mix of road-accessible and more remote terrain.
Where to Find Elk in Unit 05B
How to Hunt Elk in Unit 05B
Elk Success Rates
Elk Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle— Early Rifle | 24 | 3,930 | 0.6% | 0 |
| Rifle— Late Rifle Dec | 675 | 3,043 | 15.1% | 0 |
| Rifle— Late Rifle Nov | 28 | 49 | 40.8% | 0 |
Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-18.
- AZGFD Big Game Draw — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Applicant counts, Draw odds · accessed 2026-04-18