11m cow

[buckmaster21]

hello i have a 11m cow tag. this unit is new to me i was wondering if any has a good area to start scouting and any tips for me thanks

[missedagain]

Elk occur throughout Unit 11M the entire year. Remember that elk permits are issued specifically for and are restricted to Unit 11M (NOT Unit 7, Unit 7 West, Unit 7 East, Unit 6A, Unit 6B or Unit 5B). Be sure you are familiar with the unit boundaries before going hunting. Areas: During the hunting season, elk can be found throughout the unit, but are in higher densities on the west, south and east portions of the unit. Elk can also be found on the north side however, vehicle access is limited and you will have to pack your animal out. There are higher numbers of elk on the west side along Highway 89A near Forest Highlands and on the southeast side north of Walnut Canyon and south Continental. The area south of the Flagstaff Airport east of Mountainaire is also a good area to check for bugling bulls. It is important to remember unit 11M is a metro unit around Flagstaff and hunters should expect to see other people in the areas running, bike riding, walking their dogs, riding horses etc. Hunters should be considerate of others and realize they are not the only ones out there.

 

Access: The US Forest Service manages the vast majority of elk country in Unit 11M. There are also State Trust Lands managed by the State Land Department are available for hunting by licensed hunters. Forest Service maps for the Coconino National Forest can be obtained from most Forest Service offices in the state and will cover most areas in the unit occupied by elk. Access high points by foot, not by motorized vehicle off road.

 

Be sure you do not enter any areas posted against trespass. Because the unit was designed around the Flagstaff metro are, there are some access problems because of subdivisions and private property. These developments are increasing across private lands. Be sure of your background when making that shot - houses, which seem to spring up overnight, can be obscured by vegetation or rolling topography. If an area is signed posted, avoid that area.

 

Other Concerns: Leave all gates as you find them. If they are open, leave then open. If they are closed, be sure to close them when you pass though them. Do not litter and do not drive off-road when hunting. These two activities are very aggravating to land managers and private landowners. We will cite people for hunting from a vehicle if they have weapons and are traveling off-road in a motorized vehicle. No vehicles, including bicycles, are allowed in designated wilderness areas. There are several vehicle closure areas throughout the unit. Most of the areas are on the north side near and around Mt. Elden and southeast portion around Walnut Canyon National Monument. Additionally, it is unlawful to park along the paved road from I-40 to the entrance of Walnut Canyon National Monument to access the forested areas on both side of the road. It is recommended that you park along Forest Road 303 and access the areas from there. On other public lands and on state land, you may travel cross-country in a motorized vehicle to pick up downed game if the area is not closed to vehicle travel. And remember that camping within ¼ mile of a water source is prohibited.

 

 

[Red Rabbit]

Most of the forest around Flag has been extensively thinned, making for excessive visiblity/lack of cover.

I would scout the west side of the unit, south of the airport, and along Walnut Canyon. Hope the FS does not do a controlled burn during the hunt in your chosen area.

[muzzlehunter75]

sent you a pm, hope you got it!

[buckmaster21]

thanks for the info

[Millhouse]

Be prepared to see other people out there....not just hunters, but many recreational folks as well...