Red Cabin Outfitters LLC operates under a permit from the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
Arizona Snow Lion Hunts
Chase trophy toms behind our hounds through fresh snow in Arizona’s high country.
70%+ shot opportunities on winter hunts · No draw — OTC tag · Tracked UTV access
70%+
Shot opportunities on winter hunts
No Draw Required
Over-the-counter tags
Tracked UTV Access
Reach remote country others can’t
Why Hunt Lions in the Snow
Fresh Snow Changes Everything
Snow is a houndsman’s best friend. A fresh skiff tells us exactly where a tom has been and where he’s headed.
Crystal-Clear Tracking
Fresh tracks stand out against white snow, making it easier to judge a tom’s size and direction of travel.
Faster, More Exciting Chases
Cooler temperatures keep our hounds fresh, and lions tend to tree quicker. Many hunts end with a treed cat in just hours.
Trophy-Quality Toms
Arizona produces heavy, mature toms with thick winter coats.
How a Snow Hunt Works
From First Light to the Tree
Every snow hunt is different, but most days follow the same rhythm.
1. Before Daylight
We check roads for fresh tracks by 4x4 truck and tracked side-by-side. Each hunt has at least one houndsman plus a helper looking for tracks.
2. Turn Out the Dogs
Once we find a good tom track, the hounds go on it at legal light. We follow them with GPS collars.
3. The Chase
We walk in with the dogs and help them when needed. Expect cold, elevation and some hiking or snowshoeing.
4. The Tree
Lions here usually climb a big ponderosa or juniper, or bay up in the rocks. Shots run from about 40 yards to point blank, so be ready to shoot fast.
The Hounds
The Engine of Every Lion Hunt
Our hounds are the engine of every lion hunt. Cold snow days keep them fresh, and GPS collars let us stay on the race from the first bawl to the tree.
Our Secret Weapon: Tracked Side-by-Sides
Pressure-Free Country Others Can’t Reach
Most outfitters are limited to roads or foot travel once the snow flies. We run UTVs with snow tracks, so we can reach remote, pressure-free country where mature toms grow old. Covering this much snowy country also gives you a great chance to find some elusive elk sheds.
Hunt Options & Pricing
Two ways to hunt lions in the snow with Red Cabin Outfitters.
5-Day Snow Hunt
$4,500 + $2,000 kill fee
Guide-only, on-call hunt. We go when the snow is right.
7-Day Fully Outfitted Lion Hunt
$8,500
Seven days of hound hunting, fully outfitted with lodging and meals.
Junior hunters save 20%. Extra days $750/day.
Winter 2026–27 Snow Hunt Spots
| Snow Hunt Spot 1 | |
| Snow Hunt Spot 2 | |
| Snow Hunt Spot 3 | |
| Snow Hunt Spot 4 | OPEN — Request yours |
| Snow Hunt Spot 5 | OPEN — Request yours |
| Snow Hunt Spot 6 | OPEN — Request yours |
Request your spot and we’ll let you know availability. Snow hunts only run when it’s snowing.
What’s Included & What to Bring
Here’s what to expect on a Red Cabin snow lion hunt.
Included
Guide/houndsman plus a helper, our hounds, truck and tracked UTV access, and field care.
You Bring
An OTC Arizona mountain lion tag and hunting license (bought in person), cold-weather layers, good boots, and snowshoes if you have them.
Hunt Style
1-on-1 or 2-on-1 guiding. Physical demand: moderate to strenuous.
Tags & Season
Arizona mountain lion tags are over the counter, no draw. An OTC Arizona lion tag is required; buy it in person at Arizona Game and Fish, Sportsman’s Warehouse, or Western Drug and General Store in Springerville. Request your spot and we’ll let you know availability. Snow hunts only run when it’s snowing.
From the Field
Ready to Chase a Tom in the Snow?
Tell us your dates and we’ll follow up.
Hunt dates and locations depend on snow conditions and on where we’re permitted to guide.
