Unit 121 (Schell Creek / Spring Valley)
Nevada Hunting Guide — Mule Deer
Unit 121 is a standalone NDOW mule deer unit anchored by the Schell Creek Range and Spring Valley country in eastern White Pine County. Timbered ridges, aspen benches, and sage foothills.
Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 121
Unit 121 is a standalone NDOW mule deer unit anchored by the Schell Creek Range and Spring Valley country in eastern White Pine County. Timbered ridges, aspen benches, and sage foothills.
Where to Find Mule Deer in Unit 121
The upper aspen benches of the Schell Creek Range hold deer early; expect them to push into Spring Valley sage as storms hit. Springs and creek crossings are reliable staging points.
How to Hunt Unit 121
Mule Deer Success Rates
Rifle mule deer success in 121 averages 25–35% in normal years. Archery is lower; muzzleloader tracks between the two.
Mule Deer Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle— Mid Season | 55 | 364 | 15.1% | 0 |
| Rifle— Mid Season | 8 | 172 | 4.7% | 0 |
| Rifle— Limited Entry | 15 | 57 | 26.3% | 1 |
| Rifle— Limited Entry | 15 | 84 | 17.9% | 0 |
| Rifle— Early Season | 40 | 84 | 47.6% | 0 |
| Archery— Early Season | 25 | 41 | 61.0% | 0 |
| Archery— Late Season | 7 | 26 | 26.9% | 1 |
| Muzzleloader— Early Season | 15 | 37 | 40.5% | 1 |
Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.
Open in Draw Odds Engine167 tags across three years against 1,758 applicants places 121 in the moderate tier.
Unit Logistics & Expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
What range defines Unit 121?
Is Ely the best staging town?
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.
- NDOW Hunt Info Sheets — Mule Deer 121 — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: 121 standalone mule deer hunt · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Big Game — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Season framework · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Hunt Draw — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Draw process · accessed 2026-04-17