Nevada Professionally Guided Mule Deer Hunts

ABOUT OUTFITTER:
This outfitter has been operating in Nevada for over 30 years and is fully licensed to guide hunts for all of the state's big game species. They offer customizable hunts tailored to your specific goals and preferences, so pricing may vary from what is listed in this profile.

With a long-standing track record of success—boasting over a 98% harvest rate—their team of experienced, highly qualified guides is committed to delivering exceptional results in the field.

HUNT DETAILS:
Nevada’s high desert mule deer are truly in a class of their own. Thanks to strong genetics and quality habitat, the state produces trophy-class bucks year after year. In wetter years like this one, the potential for exceptional antler growth is even greater. Southeastern Nevada is especially well-known for producing top-end bucks, with units that offer a combination of low tag numbers, excellent genetics, and dense cover—ideal conditions for deer to reach maturity.

Nevada also boasts one of the earliest archery seasons in the West, beginning August 10th in most units. This early start provides a great opportunity to pursue velvet bucks during the peak of summer movement. Archery season typically runs for a full month, followed by a three-week muzzleloader season that extends into October. Many units feature split rifle hunts—offering both early and late options—usually lasting two weeks each. In contrast, most northwestern units provide an extended rifle season from October 5th to November 5th to compensate for lower deer densities, giving hunters more time to be successful.

As in many western states, Nevada’s deer populations are closely tied to the availability of quality habitat. Given the state's dry and arid climate, overall deer densities are lower than in some neighboring states. Even in Nevada’s premier units, mature bucks can be elusive, so hunters should be prepared for a challenging pursuit. That said, with patience, persistence, and the right conditions, a trophy buck can come from nearly any unit in the state.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
They are a full service outfitter, and each hunt is customized to meet the hunter's specific needs. Accommodations and services will vary based on the level of support and amenities the hunter chooses.

LICENSE INFORMATION:
In Nevada, you earn one bonus point per species each year you're unsuccessful in the draw and purchase a hunting license. Points are squared to determine your chances in the draw. The maximum is 32 points per species. Missing two consecutive years means losing all bonus points for that species. Huntin’ Fool’s License Application team will help you apply at the time of application.