varnco Report post Posted November 26, 2015 So, I'm going OTC for deer in December, since I had tag soup in October with Rifle I'm going to go scout out 24A, and wondering if I could get some thoughts from those that have been on the condition of the roads in December? My only reference ponit is Unit 33, the peppersauce canyon area (easy/breezy roads) and then the roads up to Oracle Ridge and/or Charloue Gap (ATV or 4x4 with Loc Diff needed). Is an ATV needed with will a regular truck and/or 4x4 do just fine? I'm considering going all the way up to Signal Peak, coming down from Miami. Given I have no idea on the road conditions in these mountains, how long of a trip would this be? Any thoughts, opinions or experience is appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HuntHarder Report post Posted November 26, 2015 easy road if there is no snow. Once the snow comes, that road can get hairy on some of the switchbacks or hills. I have used chains in December to access Signal peak. The road gets extremely Icy when the snow comes. If no snow, Piece of cake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted November 26, 2015 When are you going up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest 300ultramag. Report post Posted November 26, 2015 To answer ur question the road has its hazards. Def. Better without snow.There's plenty of low country that holds both Muley and coues. Sometimes that area near signal peak will hold more hunters than other parts of the unit. unless your looking to hang a treestand then you'll be in the right area for that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
varnco Report post Posted November 26, 2015 Probably going up this weekend with a buddy to scout around and setup a camera or two. Just wanted to know if we should bring the quads or leave them at home. Actual hunting will be later December, so hopefully the rut may be starting by then. I'm just wanting to do some tree standing for a change. 24A only has 50 permits for rifle in late December, so there shouldn't be too many hunters around? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maverick351 Report post Posted November 27, 2015 Maybe I'm wrong but I thought OTC was for the Archery hunts. And yes I hunt the pinals a lot and it is always busy up there in Dec and Jan. Not to say good hunting can't be had but get away from the crowds. I walked a specific trail earlier this year to find a spot for a stand or blind and came across several stands. So there is no secret spots there at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azruger Report post Posted December 2, 2015 Pm me Varnco. I grew up and hunted there all my life. I will talk you into some areas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
