Mule Deer Hunting
Mule deer inhabit the rugged western landscape of western North America.  Hunting mule deer is possible in a variety of habitats ranging from arid break lands to high alpine forests on the spine of a mountain range.  Mule deer populations vary across the landscape and population trends are tied closely to drought and local habitat conditions so be sure and check your State agency website for up to date information on mule deer herds. 

Keep in mind that compared to whitetail deer hunting you will be covering a lot of ground to hunt mule deer so you will need adequate footwear and hunting gear to be successful.  If you choose to hunt high country mule deer on western public lands you will also need quality hunting and backpacking gear, not to mention a good deer rifle that is sighted in accurately.

Where to Hunt Mule Deer
The record book mule deer bucks are coming from Colorado, Arizona, Nevada and Utah.  These western States that produce the mature mule deer bucks often offer limited entry hunting only, so be sure and check your State wildlife agency websites for local regulations and drawing deadlines. 

While the quantity of mature mule deer bucks might be less there are ample opportunities to hunt mule deer on the public lands of Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.  Be sure and look for mule deer hunting opportunities on lower elevation BLM lands in all three States and high country hunting on the National Forest Lands.  Mule deer occur at much lower densities in the high country but the opportunity for a real trophy is ever present.  Bring your bear pepper spray and pay attention to food storage while camping in bear country in most western States.