North Eastern New Mexico Unit 42, 27, 56, & 59

100% Private Land | 100% Fair Chase | Landowner Elk Permit Included

The very strong and predictable advantage on a late private land elk hunt is “Bachelor Bull Patterns” The older, larger bulls will leave the cows and move into the lower canyons and ridges and the more isolated pockets to build back energy and body weight to get through the winter. If you don’t mind a little colder weather, some of the highest-scoring trophy bulls have been taken at this time of year in these areas.

Having Private Land for these bulls to seek refuge in from previous Public Land Hunting pressures also makes the late-season hunts a smart choice for quality Trophy Bull opportunities.

Meals and lodging are NOT included in any hunt price. When a hunt is booked, we will send a list of area motels, restaurants, and Airbnbs in the area for you to choose from.

All hunts include a highly sought-after Private Landowner Elk Permit to GUARANTEE the purchase of your state hunting license (no drawing). Once multiple states announce their draws, these private land tags are the only guaranteed method of hunting elk in New Mexico if a hunter was unsuccessful in the Draw. The longer you wait, the higher demand these hunts become.

The Season

• Rifle Early Bugle Hunt: Oct. 7-11
• Rifle Hunt: Oct 14 - Nov. 20
• Late Season Rifle: Nov. 20-Dec. 31 (Base Price)

Cold Weather Hunts:

• October: You can expect morning and evening temperatures from around 30-50 degrees, with daylight hours ranging between 50-70
• November: Mornings average temperatures mornings and evening generally range from 10-30 with daylight hours ranging from 35-65 with an average of about 45
• December: Weather is similar to November, with average temperatures dropping approximately 2-6 degrees below November averages.

Merino Wool is naturally moisture-wicking and will help eliminate some body odor. Consider a base layer of socks, boxer briefs, and top and bottom long underwear in Marino wool, followed by varying-weight Marino wool layers you can add or remove during the day depending on weather conditions. Outer layers should be both waterproof and lightweight. A lightweight down vest weighs nothing and takes up little space in your field pack. A waterproof softshell jacket that can be added over the top of all of your layers, it should be large enough to accommodate several base layers including your down vest, too small and it could prevent the perfect shot. A warm/heavy down jacket is recommended if you’re hunting late in the year when expected weather conditions will be cold. You don’t have to carry all of your layers with you into the field, but it’s better to have them in the vehicle if you need them so you don’t lose a hunt day. Kuiu has a great layering system

Base price is per person for a 5-Day Early Bugle Rifle Hunt (Oct 7-11). Make it a 5-Day Regular or Late Season Rifle Hunt for an additional fee per person.

Lodging and Meals are NOT included - Local Recommendations will be Provided

State Elk License NOT Included