Utah Moose

Unit East Canyon, Morgan-summit (East Canyon — Morgan / Summit)

Utah Hunting Guide — Moose

The East Canyon, Morgan-summit moose unit covers the aspen-willow riparian country of East Canyon, the upper Weber River drainages, and the interior ranges of Morgan and Summit counties in northern Utah. The unit sits on a mix of Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest ground, SITLA parcels, East Canyon State Park, and private ranches. Shiras moose here inhabit the willow bottoms, beaver-pond complexes, and aspen stringers along East Canyon Creek and the upper Weber — classic Wasatch-back moose habitat.

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Moose Hunting in Unit East Canyon, Morgan-summit

Where to Find East Canyon Moose

Morgan-Summit moose key on willow-riparian bottoms, beaver-pond complexes, and aspen benches — the same habitat that makes this country classic Shiras moose range.

East Canyon Creek Willow Bottoms

The willow bottoms along East Canyon Creek above and below East Canyon Reservoir hold resident cows and bulls. Morning glassing from SR-66 pullouts turns up moose feeding in the willows.

Upper Weber River Drainages

The beaver-pond complexes and willow bottoms along the upper Weber River and its tributaries hold bulls through September. Access via I-80 and the Wanship / Coalville road network.

Aspen Benches / Little East Canyon

The aspen benches and lesser drainages feeding into Little East Canyon hold scattered bulls, especially during the rut. Access is via USFS roads off SR-65.

How to Hunt East Canyon Moose

Shiras moose hunting is slow, deliberate, and patient. Glass the willows at first and last light, and cover a lot of riparian country to identify the target bull.

Willow-Bottom Glassing

Set up overlooks above willow bottoms at daylight and last light. Bulls feed in the willows and move slowly; give them time to work into the open.

Rut Calling

Late-September and early-October rutting bulls respond to cow-calls and raking imitations. We've called in bulls from over half a mile in this country. Set up in aspen edges adjacent to willow complexes.

Scout Beaver Ponds

Beaver ponds concentrate moose — fresh sign in mud and willow browse is easy to read. Spend a full scouting day mapping beaver complexes and their access in advance.

Boundary Discipline

Private and state park boundaries are tight in East Canyon country. Use OnX or a current UDWR map and confirm every stalk is on legal public ground.

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Moose Success Rates

Rifle70%

East Canyon, Morgan-summit is a low-tag Shiras moose hunt with high success on located bulls given the small tag pool and concentrated habitat. UDWR publishes post-season classification data on the Big Game Harvest Data page. Any-legal-weapon success is typically very high; archery is materially lower given the dense willow habitat.

Moose Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Limited Entry	3	277	1.1%	10

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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East Canyon, Morgan-summit moose is a once-in-a-lifetime tag drawn under UDWR's weighted bonus-point system (half random, half weighted bonus — each point adds one chance, not squared). With roughly 696 applicants over three years for 9 tags (raw odds near 1%), most successful applicants hold high bonus-point totals. Nonresident allocation is capped at 10%.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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RV Sites

Full-service RV in Park City and Coalville. East Canyon State Park accommodates RVs with hookups.

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Camp Sites

Developed USFS campgrounds along the SR-65 corridor. East Canyon State Park offers developed sites with reservations. Dispersed camping allowed on Forest Service ground per current MVUM.

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Water

Abundant in creeks, beaver ponds, and springs. Treat or filter for drinking.

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Road Conditions

I-80, SR-65, and SR-66 paved. USFS and SITLA side roads need high clearance; some require 4WD. Winter closures start in November.

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Terrain Difficulty

Moderate. Brushy willow bottoms are wet and slow walking; aspen benches are open and easy. Pack-outs vary from short to a mile or more.

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Hunting Pressure

Moose tag-holder pressure is essentially zero given the small tag count, but general deer hunters work the same country in October — expect foot and vehicle traffic during the general season.

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Weather

September 60–75°F days, 35–45°F nights. Early-October snow possible at higher elevations. Frost heavy in bottoms by mid-September.

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Cell Service

Strong along I-80 and SR-65/66; drops quickly in deep canyon country.

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Nearest Town

Morgan and Coalville (full services, fuel, lodging). Salt Lake City and Park City metro within an hour for gear and outfitters.

Note: East Canyon country has heavy private-land interlace; Morgan and Summit county ranches sit between public parcels. OnX with current boundaries is mandatory. East Canyon State Park and the reservoir shoreline are closed to hunting — confirm boundaries before any stalk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Utah's moose draw work?

Shiras moose is a once-in-a-lifetime species in Utah. Permits are drawn under UDWR's weighted-random bonus-point system: half the tags go to the highest-point applicants, and the remaining half are drawn from a weighted pool where each bonus point adds one additional chance.

Can I hunt East Canyon State Park?

No. Utah State Parks are closed to hunting. The unit boundary excludes state park ground; confirm the exact polygon on the UDWR Hunt Planner before setting up near the reservoir.

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Sources & Verification

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

Once-in-a-Lifetime Hunts — Shiras Moose — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Shiras moose is a once-in-a-lifetime species in Utah, East Canyon, Morgan-summit listed as a limited-entry bull moose hunt · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Shiras Moose Statewide Management Plan — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: East Canyon / Morgan-Summit moose herds managed for stable bull-to-cow ratios, Primary habitat is willow riparian and aspen stringers · accessed 2026-04-17
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache NF — Kamas Ranger District — USDA Forest Service — Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest · supports: Portions of the Morgan-Summit moose unit lie within Uinta-Wasatch-Cache NF, Weber River and East Canyon access via I-80 and SR-65 / SR-66 · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Hunt Boundary Interactive Map — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — Hunt Planner · supports: Authoritative GIS polygon for East Canyon, Morgan-summit moose · accessed 2026-04-17