Utah Elk Mule Deer

Unit Redd Ranches (Redd Ranches)

Utah Hunting Guide — Elk, Mule Deer

Redd Ranches is a long-established Utah CWMU in the Four Corners region, covering high-quality elk habitat on private ground co-managed with UDWR. Tags are limited, access is operator-guided, and the ranch has a reputation for producing mature bulls year after year.

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Elk Hunting in Unit Redd Ranches

Where to Find Elk on Redd Ranches

Classic southern Utah elk country — aspen, oakbrush, and meadow feed zones.

Aspen-Oakbrush Bedding

Bulls bed in timbered pockets on north and east faces all day.

Meadow Feed Zones

Ranch meadows pull elk at dawn and dusk — prime glassing opportunities.

Canyon Travel Corridors

Defined draws funnel elk between bedding and feed.

How to Hunt Redd Ranches Elk

Operator-guided, pattern-based hunting.

First-Light Glassing

Meadow edges and aspen fringes produce early-morning sightings.

Mid-Day Stalks

Once a bull beds in visible cover, stalk with the operator's guide.

Rut Tactics

Bugle and cow-call if your tag falls in the rut — bull density on a CWMU makes calling productive.

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Elk Success Rates

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Utah CWMU bull elk hunts run 80-95% success, and Redd Ranches has a strong reputation for consistently delivering mature bulls thanks to long-term habitat management.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Limited Entry	2	76	2.6%	10

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Redd Ranches elk tags go through Utah's weighted bonus-point lottery — 50% of tags to max-point hunters and 50% random-weighted by points. With 216 applicants for 6 tags over three years, it's a mid-tier CWMU draw that rewards point builders.

Mule Deer Hunting in Unit Redd Ranches

Redd Ranches mule deer is a Utah CWMU limited-entry buck hunt in the Four Corners region of San Juan County, southeastern Utah. The ranch covers canyon-mesa terrain with pinyon-juniper, sage, and oak-brush habitat that supports quality mule deer on managed private ground. UDWR-administered public draw tags give a small number of hunters access to private land that typically produces mature bucks unavailable on adjacent public ground. The Four Corners region is known for exceptional trophy mule deer genetics.

Where to Find Mule Deer on Redd Ranches

Redd Ranches bucks use the mesa-canyon terrain of southeastern Utah in predictable seasonal patterns.

Mesa-Top Sage and Grass

Mature bucks feed mesa-top sage and grass parks at dawn and dusk, using the mesa edge for escape cover. Glass across canyon rims to locate bucks on the opposing mesa face.

Pinyon-Juniper Canyon Rims

P-J on canyon rims provides year-round habitat for resident bucks. Bucks bed in P-J during midday and move to open areas at low light.

Canyon Bottom Water

Any water in the canyon systems pulls deer in the dry Four Corners climate. Scout water sources before the hunt for consistent animal locations.

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How to Hunt Redd Ranches Mule Deer

CWMU hunts on Redd Ranches combine the advantages of private-land management with classic spot-and-stalk canyon hunting.

Coordinate with Ranch Management

Contact the Redd Ranches operator immediately after drawing. CWMU operators often provide scouting and access coordination that significantly improves hunt success.

Mesa-Rim Glass Sessions

Set up on canyon rims before dawn and glass the opposing faces and mesa tops. The Four Corners terrain provides excellent sight lines for evaluating bucks at distance.

Canyon-Bottom Rut Ambushes

During the November rut, bucks move through canyon systems connecting doe groups. Set up downwind of canyon bottom travel routes for consistent rut-period opportunities.

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Mule Deer Success Rates

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CWMU mule deer hunts in Utah's Four Corners region typically produce 65-80% success rates. The Redd Ranches private-land component and managed harvest allows bucks to reach 5-7 years of age. Quality 4x4 and 5x5 bucks in the 170-200+ inch range are realistic targets on this managed unit.

Mule Deer Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Limited Entry	2	28	7.1%	0

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Redd Ranches CWMU mule deer operates under Utah's standard draw with a small tag count. Applicant numbers are moderate for CWMU units — typically 80-180 applicants for 5-12 tags depending on the year. The CWMU structure and Four Corners genetics make this a highly sought draw despite the small tag count.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Camp Sites

Operator typically provides lodging.

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Water

Good on the ranch — springs and stock water.

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Road Conditions

Paved access; ranch-maintained interior.

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Terrain Difficulty

Moderate — high-elevation mountain ranch country.

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Hunting Pressure

Very low — CWMU access only.

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Weather

Mountain fall — freezing nights through late rifle.

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Cell Service

Spotty in southeastern Utah.

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Nearest Town

Monticello and Blanding for services.

Note: Coordinate the CWMU package with the Redd Ranches operator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Redd Ranches offer both rifle and archery elk tags?

CWMU tag types vary year to year. Check the UDWR guidebook for the current Redd Ranches season structure and weapon allocation.

What is the Redd Ranches history in San Juan County?

The Redd family has operated ranches in southeastern Utah's canyon country for generations. The ranch is enrolled in UDWR's CWMU program, allowing a small number of public draw hunters to access private lands managed for quality wildlife. The Redd name is associated with quality Four Corners deer country.

What size bucks can I expect on Redd Ranches mule deer?

San Juan County's canyon-mesa terrain is known for exceptional mule deer genetics. The CWMU managed harvest allows bucks to reach full maturity — 180-200 inch class bucks are realistic expectations, with exceptional 200+ inch bucks possible in good years.

Do I need a guide for Redd Ranches mule deer?

Coordinate with the CWMU operator directly after drawing. Guide services may be available or even required depending on operator policy. Using the ranch's outfitter resources typically improves both success rate and access to the best terrain.

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Sources & Verification

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

Utah Cooperative Wildlife Management Units (CWMU) Program — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: CWMU overview — private-land hunts co-managed with UDWR · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Big Game Application Guidebook and Field Regulations index — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Redd Ranches listed as CWMU with limited-entry bull elk tags · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Hunt Boundary Interactive Map — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — Hunt Planner · supports: Authoritative GIS polygon for Redd Ranches CWMU · accessed 2026-04-17