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Lucky Canyon Outfitters operates out of Camp Verde in the heart of Northern Arizona's best hunting country. Dan Zellner and his guides have spent their entire careers hunting and guiding in Arizona—they eat, sleep, and breathe this work. "Your success is our success. We believe in QUALITY over quant...
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Lucky Canyon Outfitters operates out of Camp Verde in the heart of Northern Arizona's best hunting country. Dan Zellner and his guides have spent their entire careers hunting and guiding in Arizona—they eat, sleep, and breathe this work.
"Your success is our success. We believe in QUALITY over quantity, and we aim for trophy animals each time we step into the field."
LCO specializes in big game hunts across Arizona's most productive units:
Elk Hunts - Early season hunts during the rut with bulls bugling into bow range - Late season hunts when bulls settle into predictable patterns - Also offer OTC depredation elk tags (cow or bull, limited areas)
Mule Deer - Arizona Strip hunts targeting Kaibab trophy bucks on rugged terrain - South of the Grand Canyon for additional populations - Statewide archery OTC opportunities in January (rut), August (velvet), and December
Coues Deer ("The Gray Ghost") - December rut hunts and October-November draw hunts - Archery OTC available year-round - Known for extremely challenging hunting in beautiful, rugged country
Bighorn Sheep - Trophy hunts in prime sheep country where LCO operates - Described as "once in a lifetime" hunts
Other Big Game - Pronghorn: August-September hunts targeting Arizona's giant antelope - Turkey: Merriam's (mountain turkey) with youth OTC tags available - Bear: Fall hunts when bears are actively feeding on prickly pear in canyons - Mountain Lion: OTC tag recommended alongside any Arizona big game hunt
Predator Hunts - Coyotes, bobcats, foxes, and mountain lions - Mid-late winter, except coyotes year-round - May-June peak coyote season when they're extremely susceptible to calling
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Camps | Clean, safe facilities |
| Meals | Home-cooked meals included |
| Lodging | Comfortable accommodations |
| Scouting | Extensive pre-hunt preparation |
LCO offers custom scouting packages with: - Pre-hunt field scouting (minimum 1 full day with client) - Avenza digital maps or flatline paper maps with waypoints - Photos and videos from scouting - Recommended camp locations, glassing points, and animal locations - Travel routes and access points - Information exclusive to your hunt (not shared with other clients)
Contact for pricing on scouting packages tailored to your specific unit and game.
$50 per draw cycle
LCO handles the complex Arizona hunting application process: - Consultation on your goals and preferred units/seasons - Direct management of all applications - Draw odds analysis and strategy - In-person or phone discussion before submitting applications - Confirmation emails verifying all details
No obligation to book LCO as your outfitter if drawn. This is a standalone service to increase your permit success. Free consultation available if you prefer to apply yourself.
LCO operates under permit on multiple National Forests: - Coconino National Forest - Kaibab National Forest - Prescott National Forest - Tonto National Forest - Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Owned and operated by Dan Zellner, who has been hunting since childhood and guiding hunts in Arizona his entire adult life. Guides bring extensive knowledge of Arizona wildlife, terrain, and trophy animal locations.
Hours - Monday-Friday: 6:30am–11pm - Saturday-Sunday: 7am–11pm
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