Drew the Desert quality tag.

[Webfoot]

Lucked out and drew the Desert rut tag. 17 points.
Now I am asking for information from anyone that would be willing to help me out. Like where to drop the pickup camper near good access points or any other information that may help me with this this great hunt. I know next to nothing about hunting this area or mule deer for that matter as I have spent most of my life hunting blacktails.

Thanks
John

[ThurstonCokid]

It’s a great area. The tag I’ve always applied for. I’d do a lot of glassing pre hunt and figure out some game trails to the water. You’ll enjoy it! One of the best in the state


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[opdinkslayer]

Congrats on the tag John

[nwhunter]

Wow that should be a fun hunt!! A little luck for Forks in the draws this year...Archery tag or rifle?

[highside74]

@deerlick would be a good resource. They have had a couple rifle Desert tags in their family in the last few years. I would send him a PM and try to chat in the phone.

[Webfoot]

Rifle Scott starts Nov. 7th. I would gladly trade you tags. lol.

[Mfowl]

Congrats on your draw! I have the archery B tag just after your season. Feel free to let me know where the mashers you don't put a tag on are hiding!  Enjoy your hunt!

[duckmen1]

pm sent.

[blindluck]

There are some nice bucks out there, some dandy 2 pts running around as well. Should be able to find something pretty good in the 26-28” range if your lucky even a 30”er

[crabcreekhunter]

Should be a fun tag, a Desert buck from a while ago...

[James E]

Hi WebFoot - I have the Muzzle loader tag - early October. Im a little familiar with the area. I have a couple of buddies who have had the tag. I will use their info and start scouting Aug - Sept.  Lets keep in touch. I will tell u what I see - areas etc. I would really appreciate it if anyone else has any info. I don't think the tag is as good as in the past. Im not expecting a 30" -be happy with a decent 4pt.

[C-Money]

Congratulations on your tag! Look at Sunbasin, Suncrest, & Sunrise campgrounds. All should put you within 30-40 min or less of all access to the Desert. Sunrise Resort is probably the nicest, as its on the lake. You could look at Mardon Resort or the Potholes state park for quicker access to the south end of the unit. Hope you get a big one.

[MerriamMagician]

You can also park and camp your trailer for free at certain locations around the unit. There are usually hunters camped out on road C SE during those hunts. Provides quick access into the unit. 

[Ace]

Hunted it last year. Early rifle. Got a monster. What hunt did you draw ? What weapon are you using ? Got lots of info for you. Glad to help you out. I’ll even go over and do a scout with you.

[Ace]

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