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Arizona Elk

Unit 22N (Superstition / Tortilla)

Arizona Hunting Guide — Elk

Unit 22N is a central Arizona elk hunt unit managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD). Tags are drawn through a weighted random system with bonus points, so plan on consistent annual applications to accumulate points.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 22N

Unit 22N is a central Arizona elk hunt unit managed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD). Tags are drawn through a weighted random system with bonus points, so plan on consistent annual applications to accumulate points.

Where to Find Elk in Unit 22N

Elk use higher-elevation timber and mid-elevation ponderosa and brush habitat across the unit.

Higher Timber

Mixed-conifer benches hold bulls through the early seasons.

Transition Country

Edges between timber and brushier habitat provide feed and cover at midday.

Water

Stock tanks and spring heads are reliable concentration points.

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Elk Success Rates

Rifle25%
Archery18%
Recent draw and success trends are in the Draw Odds chart on this page.

Elk Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— Early Rifle301,9001.3% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Dec27561023.3% 0
Rifle— General Rifle Oct1501,15610.4% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Nov3001,07216.5% 0
Archery— Late Archery Nov22516966.9% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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AZGFD uses a weighted random draw with bonus points for this unit. Review the Draw Odds chart on this page for recent applicant and tag trends.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for Unit 22N elk?
Apply through AZGFD during the annual draw window. AZGFD uses a weighted random system with bonus points.
Where do I see draw trends?
Use the Draw Odds chart on this page for recent applicant and tag counts.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

  1. AZGFD Hunt Guidelines — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Season structure and hunt guidelines for Arizona big game, Unit boundary descriptions and hunt codes · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. AZGFD Hunt Regulations — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Legal weapons, bag limits, and tag requirements, License, tag, and draw application rules · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. AZGFD Draw Results & Bonus Points — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Weighted random draw with bonus points, Loyalty and hunter education bonus points · accessed 2026-04-17