Smith Hunting Co
Smith Hunting Co operates trophy hunts for mule deer and turkey across Southern Utah's most productive regions. The operation focuses on big mule-deer bucks and Merriam/Rio Grande turkeys, with guiding relationships spanning Arizona and New Mexico—but their specialty is the Utah backcountry. They've...
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Smith Hunting Co operates trophy hunts for mule deer and turkey across Southern Utah's most productive regions. The operation focuses on big mule-deer bucks and Merriam/Rio Grande turkeys, with guiding relationships spanning Arizona and New Mexico—but their specialty is the Utah backcountry.
They've hand-selected four ranches, each suited to different hunting styles:
| Property | Region | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| The Jankar Ranch | Panguitch Lake | Steep terrain, long-range shooting, mule deer |
| Ranch at the Gates of Zion | Zion Region | Scenic hunts, most hunters, mule deer & turkey |
| Secluded Cedars Ranch | Pine Valley | Archery hunting, tree stand opportunities |
| The Farm Ranch | Pine Valley | Trophy mule deer, multiple hunters |
Each property offers different terrain and hunting methods—from glassing points on high elevations to thick cedar crossings ideal for archery.
- •Spring Turkey: Limited entry, youth, and general season hunts (April-May)
- •Mule Deer: Archery (August-September), muzzleloader (September-October), early rifle (October), late rifle (October)
- •Fall Turkey: General hunts October through February with over-the-counter tags available
Hunts are customized to your expectations. Transportation options include 4x4 trucks, four-wheelers, horses/mules, snowmobiles, and hiking. Lodging ranges from hotel and motel stays to camp trailers and tent camping.
"I spent an amazing week hunting mule deer with the Smith Hunting guys. I had an experience of a lifetime! They are very knowledgeable and hardworking." — Kelly Cropper, Nevada
Call for pricing based on your specific hunt preferences, accommodation choices, and dietary needs.