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Arizona Bighorn Sheep Mule Deer

Unit 37A (37A)

Arizona Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep, Mule Deer

Unit 37A is a southeast Arizona desert bighorn sheep hunt area, managed under AZGFD hunt guidelines. Sheep tag quotas are extremely limited and set annually based on population surveys. Draws use Arizona's weighted random bonus point system.

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Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit 37A

Unit 37A is a southeast Arizona desert bighorn sheep hunt area, managed under AZGFD hunt guidelines. Sheep tag quotas are extremely limited and set annually based on population surveys. Draws use Arizona's weighted random bonus point system.

Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in Unit 37A

Desert bighorns in Unit 37A concentrate on steep, rocky ranges with escape terrain, forage, and seasonal water. Focus glassing on rim rock, south-facing slopes, and saddles between feeding and bedding areas.

How to Hunt Bighorn Sheep in Unit 37A

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Bighorn Sheep Success Rates

Rifle75%
Arizona desert sheep hunts typically produce very high success rates. Review the AZGFD annual hunt arizona report for current Unit 37A harvest statistics.

Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— General Rifle27850.3% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Dec28000.0% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Nov24630.0% 0

Data from 2023 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Sheep tags in Unit 37A are among the hardest draws in Arizona. The weighted random bonus point system gives more points more random numbers. Residents receive 90 percent of sheep tags.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unit 37A bighorn sheep once-in-a-lifetime?
Arizona desert bighorn sheep is typically once-in-a-lifetime. Verify current rules in the AZGFD hunt regulations before applying.
How competitive is the Unit 37A sheep draw?
Extremely competitive. Plan on building bonus points for many years under the weighted random system to have a realistic chance.
What bonus point level draws Unit 37A mule deer?
Low-to-mid-point applicants (2-5 bonus points) draw 37A regularly, especially on HAM and archery codes. October general rifle typically requires a few more points depending on the year's tag allocation.
How hot is October in Unit 37A?
Expect daytime highs of 75-85°F during early October, cooling to the 60s by late month. Plan water and hydration accordingly — this is still desert country at 4,000-5,000 ft on the hunt-able ridges.

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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: Hunt structure, Sheep tag allocations · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. AZGFD Hunt Regulations — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Season dates, Unit boundaries · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. AZGFD Draw Results & Bonus Points — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Bonus point balances, Sheep draw outcomes · accessed 2026-04-17
  4. GMU 37A — Unit Landing Page — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Unit boundary, Desert mule deer habitat, Access notes · accessed 2026-04-17
  5. 2026 Arizona Hunting Regulations — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Deer hunt structure, Tag allocations, Season dates · accessed 2026-04-17
  6. Coronado National Forest — Safford Ranger District — USDA Forest Service · supports: Road status, MVUM, Dispersed camping regs · accessed 2026-04-17