New Mexico

Explore the Spirit of the Southwest

New Mexico offers exceptional hunting opportunities in a landscape defined by rugged mountains, high deserts, and expansive grasslands. The state is particularly known for trophy elk hunting, as well as mule deer, turkey, pronghorn antelope, ibex, and oryx. Its diverse terrain and unique species make New Mexico a premier destination for hunters seeking a true Southwestern adventure.

OTC/Basic License

$94

Quail – (4) species #001

400 per day, per hunter

1 to 4 days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other, Motel

November 15 to February 15

This landowner/outfitter has access to his own 25,000 acres plus many other properties. Birds are plentiful and can be hunted with or without a dog. The (4) species of quail...

OTC/Basic License

5 Days - $24

New Mexico – San Juan River Float or Wade

Float - $275 per angler Wade - $225 per angler

1 to 3 days

Lodge

All Year

Nestled in between the sandstone bluffs of southern New Mexico, the first four miles of the river is populated by a projected 10,000 fish per mile! Be sure to dress...

No License Required

Prairie Dog and Coyote #003

400 a day per shooter, minimum 2 shooters

Minimum 2 days and Maximum of 5 days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other, Town Hunt - Motel

Spring, Summer and Fall when schedule allows

This beautful and game filled area in southeast New Mexico if filled with surprises for the sportsmen! In addition to Prairie Dogs and Coyotes, a predator hunter could also take...

OTC/Basic License

- $373

Black Bear #012

4,000+

5 Days

Camp Hunt, Lodge, Town Hunt - Motel

April 15 to May 20

This hunt will be on either National Forest and/or Private Land. Transportation will be via a 4 x 4, ATV or foot. Hounds will be the main method of hunting,...

OTC/Basic License

- $373

Black Bear #011

5,500

5 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other, Town Hunt - Motel

April 15 to May 20

This hunt will be on either National Forest and/or Private Land. Transportation will be via a 4 x 4, ATV or foot. Spot n Stalk will be the method of...

Drawing

25+ Points Needed

Bighorn Sheep #001

8,500 and up

7 Days

Camp Hunt, Lodge

Varies by area

Bighorn Sheep licenses in the lower 48 are on a very limited basis and 95% of the time issued in a drawing. The odds of drawing a Sheep license are...

Drawing

- 80% Chance

Mule Deer #015

5,000 Public land, 6,000 Private land

4-5 Days

Lodge, Town Hunt - Motel

October through January

This outfitter hunts a number of areas in New Mexico to ensure you have the best opportunity for success. The later seasons in New Mexico are pleasant to hunt and...

Drawing

80% Chance

Mule Deer #004

5,500+

Archery 7 Days, Rifle 5 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other

October through December

This hunt takes place in the southeastern part of New Mexico. Fantastic scenery and abundant species of wildlife are part of this hunt. While some hunters will obtain a license...

Guaranteed Landowner License

Cow Elk – #009

3,500

3 Days

Varies

September 1 to December 31

This outfit hunts in 3 or 4 productive units in New Mexico. They will have access to some Landowner Cow Elk Licenses that is included in the hunt cost. In...

Guaranteed Outfitter License

Cow Elk – #006

3,250

3 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other

September 1 to December 31

This outfitter has lived in elk area 34 and outfitted for 25 years. Area 34 is one of the top 3 units that New Mexico offers and it has both...

Drawing

- Varied Chance

Bull Elk – #015

5,000 public, $8,500 private

Rifle 5 days, Archery 7 days

Varies

September 1 until December 31

This outfit hunts in 3 or 4 productive units in New Mexico. The standard nonresident elk license in New Mexico costs either $773 or $998. In many elk hunt unit’s...

Drawing

5% Chance

Bull Elk – #009

6,500

7 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, DIY Tent/Camper/Other, Motel

September through December

This outfitter has lived in elk area 34 and outfitted for 25 years. Area 34 is one of the top 3 units that New Mexico offers and it has both...

OTC/Basic License

$360

Mountain Lion – #006

7,500

5-7 Days

Lodge

December 1 - February 28

This hunt might provide an opportunity to pursue a mountain lion, but avoid snow and extremely cold temperatures. The hunt is conducted with experienced hounds and guides. On this hunt,...

OTC/Basic License

$ 1,623

Bull Oryx Hunt – #001

4,900 - $6,900

3 to 5 Days

Town Hunt - Motel

December 1 to February 28

This is a very unique hunt for a beautiful trophy. We recommend using a larger caliber rifle, as Oryx are tough animals. Outfitted/Guided hunters can enter the outfitter pool of...

OTC/Basic License

$125

Turkey Hunt (Merriam’s Pure) #002

1,750 + $500 second bird

3 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, Motel

April 15 to May 15

This is a family-owned outfitting business that hunts on their own 25,000 acres, plus nearby ranches. The area has a good population and most years a nonresident hunter can take...

Guaranteed Landowner License

Antelope Hunt #011

3,500-4,500

3 Days

Lodge

Late August and September

This young, energetic outfit hunts many areas of New Mexico for 9 big game species. They offer a wide variety of hunts for Antelope, Ibex, Barbary Sheep, Big Horn Sheep,...

Guaranteed Landowner License

Antelope Hunt #010

4,500 - 4,750

3 Days

Rental Home / Airbnb, Lodge, Motel

September and October

This outfitter is also a landowner that has about 25,000 acres plus access on other ranches in the area. Southeast New Mexico is known for producing sizable antelope bucks. A...

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Doves #001

This landowner/outfitter has 19,000 of their own land to hunt, another 6,000 acres on (29) smaller farms or fields. Dove

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