Which hunt?

[elkhntr]

I am a nonresident with 13 points going into next year. What would be my chances of a good bull 320-350 on the late San Juan? Or would I have a better chance at say the wasach or Manti early hunts. I think I would be almost gauranteed a tag on one of those. The San Juan Early is out of reach i think but possibly the San Juan Archery. Thanks

 

[oakbrush]

San Juan late can be a tough hunt. It would require alot of scouting or possiblly go with a guide. It is not one of the best units for glassing. Which is what you need to be successful on a late season hunt. Dutton is a good late hunt, and with 13 points non-res it was 50% draw last year. With point creep you might be a year behind for that one. Boulder late is somewhat underrated(100% w/13 points) I think and I know of some bruisers that came from the late hunt this year. The Pavant late hunt is good(also 100% w/13 points), but the big bulls will be in rugged country with a lot of preseason scouting required. You might look at Central Mountains Manti for the early rifle. It is a rut hunt with a realistic chance at a 320-340 bull. Big unit with a lot of country and it looks like you would be 100% with 13 points.

I'm sure there are others that could help steer you in the right direction.

oakbrush

 

[muley206]

Do the Wasatch! Great hunt! Can be difficult at times but I'm sure you can kill a bull in your desired range. Let me know if you need any help, i've hunted that unit many times and guided on it plenty of other times.

 

[bowhunt]

+1
The Wasatch would be a good choice. If you draw give me a ring.