See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of New Mexico. We’ve made it easier than ever to find the dates you can hunt, length of the season, what type of hunting is allowed and other important details. Plus, check out hunting resources and direct links to New Mexico state resources.
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The information provided is meant to inform New Mexico hunters of the available hunting seasons for antelope, bear, deer, elk, mountain lion, javelina, quail, dusky (blue) grouse, pheasant, dove , sandhill crane , ducks, goose, and more. It provides the start date as well as the end date of each hunting season. It enables hunters to know when and which animals they can hunt during a given time of year. This is especially important for conservation purposes, as it ensures the hunting of each species does not go beyond their recommended limits. It also provides an opportunity for hunter’s to plan trips according to the availability of certain game species in certain seasons.
Use the forms below to filter by game, type of hunting, time of year, bag / tag limits and much more. We’ve gone through the state of New Mexico Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated New Mexico state hunting is subject to change so be sure to check the state resources linked below the table before heading out to hunt.
| Season | Season Begins | Season Ends | Game | Hunting Type | Type Details | Zone | Bag / Tag | Other Info | Season Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope > 1st Muzzleloader Limited | August 20, 2022 | August 22, 2022 | Antelope | Muzzleloader | None | Unit 50, 52 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > 2 Muzzleloader Limited | August 20, 2022 | August 22, 2022 | Antelope | Muzzleloader | None | Units 29 (Youth only), 50, and 52 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > 3 Muzzleloader Limited | August 27, 2022 | August 29, 2022 | Antelope | Muzzleloader | None | Unit 29 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > 4 Muzzleloader Limited | September 3, 2022 | September 4, 2022 | Antelope | Muzzleloader | None | Unit 28 (McGregor Range) | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 2 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon > Mobility Impaired | August 20, 2022 | August 22, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon | None | Units 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, 32, 33, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 47, 56, 58, 59. | N/A | Mobility Impaired Only. | 3 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon (Private Land) 1 | August 13, 2022 | August 15, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon | None | Unit 14, 46, 48, 54, 55 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon (Private Land) 2 | August 20, 2022 | August 22, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon | None | Unit 14, 46, 48, 54, 55 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon (Private Land) 3 | August 23, 2022 | August 25, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon | None | Unit 14, 46, 48, 54, 55 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon Limited > Youth 1 | August 13, 2022 | August 15, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon Limited | Youth | Not specified. Check state resources. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
| Antelope > Any Weapon Limited > Youth 2 | October 15, 2022 | October 17, 2022 | Antelope | Any Weapon | Youth Only. | Units 41, 47, 56, 57, 58, 59 | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 3 |
For the most accurate information on New Mexico Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the New Mexico DNR. We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.
1 Wildlife Way
Santa Fe,, NM 87507
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