But not always. Often, there are more hunters at the tops of peaks and canyons than in the bottom. Many canyons are so steep and rugged that hunters seldom venture into them. The deer will be in the most rugged, secluded place. Never overlook rimrocks.
Big bucks like to go right up under the rimrock of a canyon or mountain.
Many places have jumbles of rock with twisted old junipers or other growth at the base of vertical cliffs. At a distance, it appears you ought to be able to see an animal there. But get closer and you will see the area could hide an infinite number of deer. Disturbed deer will often retreat to such places. You will need to hunt slowly and arduously.