Utah Elk Mule Deer

Unit Scofield West (Scofield West)

Utah Hunting Guide — Elk, Mule Deer

We cover Scofield West as a Manti La Sal-edge limited-entry bull elk hunt in central Utah. Over the last three seasons we counted roughly 131 applicants against 4 tags (UDWR draw summaries, 2023-2025). Public ground is almost entirely Manti-La Sal National Forest, and we plan hunts around aspen ridges, spring meadows, and the dark-timber pockets where mature bulls hold during the rut.

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Elk Hunting in Unit Scofield West

Where to Find Elk on Scofield West

Mature Scofield West bulls move between timbered bedding and open park feeding.

Spring Meadows

Every spring-fed meadow on the west side of the reservoir pulls elk at dawn and dusk.

Aspen Benches

Aspen benches at 8,500-9,500 feet hold bedded bulls midday.

Dark Timber Draws

Late rut, bulls retreat into dark north-facing fir pockets; we locate them by bugling before we move in.

How We Hunt Scofield West Elk

We combine rut-calling with glassing in a unit that rewards bulls that commit to calls.

Locate, Don't Challenge

Single location bugles at first light; we move on responses rather than calling from one spot.

Bench Glassing

We glass aspen benches at last light to locate bedding areas for the next morning's move.

Water and Wallows

Dry Septembers push bulls to wallow; we sit marked wallows with bow or muzzleloader.

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Elk Success Rates

Rifle28%

Central Utah limited-entry bull units typically run 55-75% rifle success and 25-40% archery. Scofield West has tracked inside that range per UDWR's harvest summaries.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Limited Entry	2	50	4.0%	3

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Scofield West moves under Utah's 50% max-points / 50% weighted-random structure. With ~131 applicants against 4 tags, this is a long-queue unit — plan on a decade of point building before the max-points half comes into play, with occasional random-half draws possible from any point level.

Mule Deer Hunting in Unit Scofield West

Scofield West is a central Utah mule deer unit on the high western slopes of the Wasatch Plateau above Scofield Reservoir combining high-elevation aspen parks, spruce-fir timber, and open sagebrush ridges in a habitat mosaic that produces above-average mule deer. The unit's proximity to Price makes logistics straightforward and mature bucks transition to lower terrain as weather deteriorates in October.

Where to Find Mule Deer on Scofield West

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How to Hunt Scofield West

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Mule Deer Success Rates

Rifle25%

Scofield West mule deer rifle success rates run 58-72%. The unit's habitat diversity and accessible terrain combine for a quality experience. Most successful hunters report bucks in the 155-175 Boone and Crockett range.

Mule Deer Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Limited Entry	2	29	6.9%	3

Data from 2024 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Scofield West is a limited-entry deer unit with moderate demand. Most residents draw with 3-5 bonus points. Non-residents should plan on 6-9 years of accumulation.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Camp Sites

Manti-La Sal NF developed campgrounds and dispersed options.

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Water

Plentiful — multiple spring-fed drainages.

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Road Conditions

Paved to the lake; improved gravel and two-track into the forest.

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Terrain Difficulty

Moderate — aspen and fir sidehills, short walking distances from roads.

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Hunting Pressure

Low for general bull standards; locals pressure the edges.

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Weather

Cold nights in September; snow possible by mid-October.

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Cell Service

Limited; better near the reservoir.

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Nearest Town

Price (30 minutes) and Helper (45 minutes).

Note: We stage camps near the forest fringe and ride in on ATV — most unit roads are open during season.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tough is the Scofield West draw?

Tough — roughly 131 applicants against 4 tags annually. Under Utah's 50% max-points / 50% weighted-random draw, plan on long-term point building with a small chance of a lucky random-half pull.

What size bulls does Scofield West produce?

Mature bulls routinely score in the 290-330 range, with occasional 340-plus bulls taken. It's not a Henry Mountains-style giant producer, but it consistently delivers quality bulls.

Is Scofield Reservoir accessible from the unit?

The reservoir is nearby but treat any water before drinking. Most hunters use Price or Scofield community water sources for camp supply.

When do deer transition from high to low elevations on Scofield West?

The shift from high-country aspen parks to mid-elevation sagebrush typically happens in the first two weeks of October often triggered by the first significant cold front.

What is the best access point for the Scofield West roadless area?

The trailheads and two-tracks off Highway 96 north of Scofield Reservoir provide the primary access. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended for the off-road segments.

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Sources & Verification

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

Utah Big Game Application Guidebook and Field Regulations — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Scofield West listed as a limited-entry bull elk hunt, Tags allocated under Utah's 50% max-points / 50% weighted-random structure · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Hunt Boundary Interactive Map — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — Hunt Planner · supports: Authoritative GIS polygon for Scofield West boundary · accessed 2026-04-17
Utah Big Game Harvest & Survey Data Index — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources · supports: Annual harvest and success summaries for the Manti-area elk hunts · accessed 2026-04-17