What is the best unit to hunt elk in New Mexico?
South central New Mexico is home to some of the states best elk hunting with units 34 & 36 leading the way. The two units have been consistent producers of quality bulls (300+) with truly giant bulls (370+) being taken out of both units every year.
What unit has the most elk in New Mexico?
Unit 17 Is known to hold some of the biggest bull elk in New Mexico.
Where are the most elk in New Mexico?
Some portions of the state where elk are relatively abundant include: The San Juan Mountains near Chama, in Game Management Unit 4; the Jemez and Sierra Nacimiento of Unit 6; Mount Taylor in Unit 9; Gila National Forest in Unit 16; Carson National Forest in Units 52 and 53.
Where is the biggest elk herd in New Mexico?
The jewel of elk hunting on the Carson National Forest is the Valle Vidal Unit on the Questa Ranger District. This unit contains one of the largest herds in New Mexico and offers a once in a lifetime opportunity of harvesting a world-class trophy bull.
What are the odds of drawing a New Mexico elk tag?
’19 Nonresident Draw Odds – Opens on or before Oct. 7
| ★ | Unit | 2019 Harvest Success |
|---|---|---|
| ★ | Unit 51 | 33.0% |
| ★ | Unit 21B | 77.8% |
| ★ | Unit 49 | 10.3% |
| ★ | Unit 42 |
Is New Mexico elk hunting good?
Whether you draw a tag or purchase a landowner tag, get ready for an incredible hunting experience. We may be biased, but elk hunting in New Mexico is second to none!
What unit is Capitan NM?
Game Management Unit 37
Description: New Mexico Game Management Unit 37 . Covering the Capitan area in Southern New Mexico in the Lincoln National Forest.
Can you buy over the counter elk tags in New Mexico?
California, Nevada and New Mexico do not offer any OTC Elk tags, so all elk tags in these states are limited entry only. Some of the OTC tags are not limited except in certain units, while other tags may be limited state-wide.
How much are New Mexico landowner elk tags?
about $4,000 to around $7,500
Tags for mediocre hunting units can cost far less than tags in premium units. In the units that we hunt, landowner tags for elk generally range from about $4,000 to around $7,500. The purchase of a landowner tag is also subject to New Mexico sales tax.
Does New Mexico have over the counter elk tags?
What hunting unit is Ruidoso?
New Mexico Game Hunting Unit 37.