Utah Pronghorn

Unit 21 (Fillmore)

Utah Hunting Guide — Pronghorn

Unit 21 covers the Fillmore area of central Utah — a straightforward pronghorn unit in the broad sage valleys west of Fillmore and Delta, classic Great Basin habitat. The unit sits primarily on BLM ground managed through the statewide pronghorn framework (UDWR does not publish a standalone Unit 21 pronghorn management plan as of 2025 — draw and permit numbers are set annually through the Big Game Application Guidebook and Wildlife Board RAC process).

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 21

Where to Find Antelope in Unit 21

Pronghorn in the Fillmore area are distributed across the open sage valleys and BLM land west of town.

West Desert Sage Flats

The vast BLM sage flats west of Fillmore and towards the Sevier Desert hold the primary antelope population. These open landscapes stretch for miles, and antelope herds are visible from great distances. Drive the back roads and glass systematically.

Bench Country

Elevated benches between the valley floor and the Pahvant Range foothills concentrate antelope. These areas offer slightly better browse and terrain features that antelope use for bedding.

Water Features

Stock ponds, windmill tanks, and natural springs are critical congregation points, especially during the warm early season. Locate active water and you'll find antelope.

How to Hunt Antelope in Unit 21

Fillmore antelope hunting is classic Great Basin pronghorn — wide open spaces and long-range spot-and-stalk.

Road Cruising and Glassing

Drive the network of BLM roads through the sage flats, stopping at every rise to glass. Antelope are highly visible in this terrain — the challenge is closing distance on an animal that can see you from a mile away. Use the roads to locate, then park and plan a stalk.

Terrain Feature Stalks

Use washes, stock dam berms, and gentle ridge features to break up your approach. Even small terrain features can hide a crouching hunter in this relatively flat country. Plan your stalk to approach from downwind and below the antelope's line of sight.

Water Hole Blinds

Ground blinds on stock tanks and water sources are highly effective in the Fillmore area. Set up the blind 24 hours in advance so antelope acclimate to it. Sit from mid-morning through early afternoon when water visitation peaks.

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Fillmore antelope success rates average 75-85%. The open terrain, high public land percentage, and limited tags make this a high-probability hunt. Buck quality is average — most harvested bucks score 65-76 inches. This is not a trophy antelope unit, but it's a reliable opportunity to harvest a good buck in a beautiful Great Basin setting.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Archery— Limited Entry	11	36	30.6%	11
Rifle— Limited Entry	33	364	9.1%	27
Muzzleloader— Limited Entry	12	26	46.2%	2

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Fillmore antelope tags are moderately accessible. Rifle tags typically draw with 3-6 bonus points. Archery may be available with 0-2 points. The unit doesn't have the trophy reputation of some southern Utah antelope areas, which keeps demand slightly lower and draw odds slightly better.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Camp Sites

Dispersed BLM camping throughout. Fillmore has basic hotel options.

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Water

Limited. Carry all water. Hot early season conditions demand extra hydration.

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Road Conditions

Good BLM roads throughout. Most accessible for standard trucks. Some rougher two-track in more remote areas.

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Terrain Difficulty

Easy. Flat to gently rolling sage country. Minimal physical demand.

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Hunting Pressure

Very low. Limited tags spread across vast sage country.

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Weather

Hot early season (85-100°F midday). Cool mornings and evenings. Dress in layers and carry sun protection.

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Cell Service

Available in Fillmore and Delta. Spotty in remote sage flats.

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Nearest Town

Fillmore (within the unit). Basic services. Delta (30 minutes) also has services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fillmore a good antelope unit for beginners?

Excellent choice. The high public land percentage (72%), easy terrain, good road access, and high success rates make Fillmore one of the most forgiving antelope units in Utah. The relatively easy draw odds (3-6 points) mean you won't wait forever for the opportunity.

What makes Fillmore different from Panguitch antelope?

Fillmore has more public land (72% vs 68%) and slightly easier draw odds, but lower average buck quality (65-76 vs 70-82 inches). Fillmore is a practical, accessible hunt while Panguitch offers higher trophy potential. Choose based on whether access ease or buck quality is your priority.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-16.

Utah Big Game Application Guidebook and Field Regulations index — primary source for Unit 21 Fillmore pronghorn season, permit numbers, and boundary descriptions — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Fillmore listed as a pronghorn hunt unit in the current UDWR Big Game Application Guidebook, No standalone Unit 21 pronghorn management plan is published on the UDWR plans index — pronghorn is managed under the statewide framework · accessed 2026-04-16
Utah Hunt Boundary Interactive Map — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — Hunt Planner · supports: Authoritative GIS polygon for Unit 21 Fillmore pronghorn hunt · accessed 2026-04-16
Utah Big Game Harvest & Survey Data Index — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Annual Fillmore pronghorn buck harvest and success-rate tables · accessed 2026-04-16
Deer Herd Unit Management Plan — Unit #21A Oak Creek (2020) — used for shared BLM/SITLA/USFS land-ownership context on the Fillmore-area geography — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Adjacent unit 21A Oak Creek land ownership illustrates regional BLM-dominant pattern (Juab and Millard counties), Summer range on adjacent Oak Creek subunit is ~86% BLM + ~11% SITLA · accessed 2026-04-16