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Nevada Mule Deer

Unit 78 (White River Valley)

Nevada Hunting Guide — Mule Deer

Unit 78 covers the White River Valley and surrounding ranges in central-eastern Nye/White Pine County — a broad, isolated Nevada valley flanked by the Grant Range to the east and the Quinn Canyon Range to the southeast. The unit sits in classic basin-and-range Great Basin topography with extensive BLM public land, PJ foothill habitat, and moderate mule deer populations. The White River Valley offers a classic Nevada desert mule deer hunt in seldom-visited country.

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Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 78

Unit 78 covers the White River Valley and surrounding ranges in central-eastern Nye/White Pine County — a broad, isolated Nevada valley flanked by the Grant Range to the east and the Quinn Canyon Range to the southeast. The unit sits in classic basin-and-range Great Basin topography with extensive BLM public land, PJ foothill habitat, and moderate mule deer populations. The White River Valley offers a classic Nevada desert mule deer hunt in seldom-visited country.

Where to Find Mule Deer in Unit 78

Unit 78 is centered on the White River Valley — one of Nevada's longest isolated valleys, running nearly 100 miles north-south with BLM land throughout. Deer concentrate in the foothill transitions on both sides of the valley.

Grant Range East Foothills (West of Valley)

The Grant Range rises to 11,239 ft at Arc Dome — its eastern foothills above White River Valley hold PJ-covered slopes with good deer populations. Access via county roads off US-93 from Lund.

Quinn Canyon Range (Southeast)

The Quinn Canyon Range in the southern portion of Unit 78 is BLM land with rugged canyon topography and resident deer populations. Less pressure than ranges closer to main highways.

White River Wash Corridor

The White River Wash runs the length of the valley floor — deer use riparian willow and cottonwood pockets for thermal cover and water. Early morning and evening hunting along the wash can be productive.

How to Hunt Mule Deer in Unit 78

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Mule Deer Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— Mid Season7632,14435.6% 0
Rifle— Mid Season631,4434.4% 1
Rifle— Mid Season501,0774.6% 0
Rifle— Limited Entry26045157.6% 0
Rifle— Limited Entry36062357.8% 0
Rifle— Mid Season23034067.6% 0
Archery— Early Season33036390.9% 1
Archery— Late Season2510523.8% 0
Muzzleloader— Early Season14220569.3% 0
Muzzleloader— Early Season16030100.0% 0

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Unit 78 is part of NDOW's 071-079, 091 mule deer unit group. See the live Draw Odds chart for current statistics.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How remote is the White River Valley?
Very remote. The White River Valley is one of Nevada's most isolated hunting areas — the nearest town with reliable fuel and services is Ely, roughly 60 miles north. Plan to be fully self-sufficient with water, fuel, and supplies before entering this unit.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-18.

  1. NDOW Big Game Hunting — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Unit boundaries, Species and season info · accessed 2026-04-18
  2. NDOW Draw System — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Draw odds, Application deadlines · accessed 2026-04-18