The Valle Vidal Unit of the Carson National Forest is one of the premier trophy elk areas in the United States. This hunt takes place out of Durango, CO. +1 for Canjilon Lakes. The unit is huge and just looking for some help on where to scout. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! by lineman21 Thu Jun 10, 2010 5:06 am, Post Thanks for breaking the ice! let us know how you do. I've hunted there a few times and saw elk every time. Looking for some help on a Unit 51 New Mexico DIY hunt. 42. I am assuming it will be hot and the bulls won't be to fired up yet. $$$$ New Mexico Elk Tags for Sale 2023 New Mexico Unit 51 Rifle/MZ Mature Bull Elk U. . Saw some sign there but no bulls out in some of the limited openings. This hunt must be in an area where the guide can drive to camp. Unit 51 New Mexico Elk. dang! Check with the forest service if you want to stay at Canjilon Lake. Found tons of sheds, elk population was more sparse than on the east side of 84. Theses units are not noted for true monster bulls, but with a good population of elk and the high bull/cow ratio, success on bulls around 300 inches and higher are possible. Hard work and persistence pays off. Its your choice on the size of the bull that you want to hunt and harvest. Catch and release fishing for rainbow trout in the 20-inch class is also available to clients. Looking for some info so I have a place to start. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Lodging and meals are provided at the ranch. Randy, awful nice of you to crawl out from under your accounting "rock" and share some tips! Ease of Drawing 24 24 . How far away from 51 do you live? These hunts are designed for those hunters who are looking for a quality hunt, feel confident about hunting elk on their own and want a guide for part of their hunt, and do not want the hassle of having to bring and set up a camp. This unit allows the use of ATVs on all roads and for retrieval of your game. Individuals applying for this unit need to be physically able to ride horses and to walk up to six miles per day. New Member. This hunt requires good physical conditioning and a positive hunting attitude. DMO is offering a DIY hunt. SouthWest,NM. I really appreciate it. Hunters wishing to donate their deer or elk meat or people interested in making a tax-deductible donation to the processing fund should go to https://www.rrfb.org/ for more information. i will prob head up that way to scout it in late july or early aug. Moose, Caribou, Sheep, Goat Hunting etc. Trout Lakes, the Y right out of Cebolla . Advertise With Us. Update on this post. This hunt has a higher success rate than the two-day guided only hunts and the reason is simple. Otherwise, by next year, tons of googler freeloaders will be trying get a $$unit tag and hunt the "south end" to find the elk. The Canjilon lakes area was closed due to trees falling. This will increase your odds of drawing by 2 to 3 times on most hunts. The home is nicely furnished with a shower and bathtub, large kitchen and large living room areas. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The ranch has 600,000 acres of totally private land. License Fee: $345.00 over the counter, including the mandatory habitat management access stamp. We offer bow, muzzleloader and rifle hunts in these units. Recent Posts. These units are known for big bulls and excellent numbers of elk. These units are extremely popular and are in high demand by the sportsmen. DMO is now offering fully guided hunts in these units located in Southern New Mexico. Apr 27, 2009. Kiowa hunts in Game Management Unit 52, located in north central New Mexico. Go Pro to see what they had to say! Felepito caynon,or the escondia. Shot my bull in NM on the 6th.Got to my unit 2 days early finding mostly mule deer but an area of fresh elk sign.No talking from the elk at all during my scouting.Saturday morning got into a bull with cows 10-15 minutes after shooting light.Went to circle in front of them but ran into them heading up and over.Quick 80 yards shot and my bull was down.Two more bulls then started carrying on as I was breaking mine down.Didnt see another Hunter anywhere within miles of where I was.NM hands down has the worst forest service roads I've ever seen.I was pretty much the only one crazy enough to drive my truck on the 4x4 marked roads so that helped.Everyone else was hunting off the nice gravel roads about 10 miles away in either direction. Elk - Private, Colorado Elk - Unit 52 Public Elk - Unit 51 Public Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep Thats where I hunted and camped as well. It is managed for trophy class in the 300 class B&C or better. New Mexico Hunters Helping the Hungry is a wild game meat donation program. There were a couple good burns last year in the NE part of the unit. Still heavily thinking about a light weight spotter, possibly leupold 15-30x 50. This unit is not a roadless unit and the use of ATVs is allowed on any designated road. NO WILDERNESS HUNTS. Possession Certificate(2022-23 New Mexico Hunting Rules & Info), To conserve, regulate, propagate and protect the wildlife and fish within the state of New Mexico using a flexible management system that ensures sustainable use for public food supply, recreation and safety; and to provide for off-highway motor vehicle recreation (Read more), Phone: (505) 476-8000 | Toll-free (888) 248-6866, Copyright 2016 New Mexico Department of Game & Fish | All Rights Reserved, Log in to your account and click Harvest Reporting in the MAIN MENU to file your Harvest Report, (505) 476-8000 | Toll-free (888) 248-6866. by maintguy47 Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:08 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Copyright 2000 - 2019, MuleyMadness.com Unit 51 is approximately 380,000 acres (594 square miles). I heard a few guys saying crime is very bad in the area and stories of camps being raided while they were out hunting. Enjoy the stunning scenery and varied terrain as you hunt. I do not know how many people are in camp as it is based on the draw. JavaScript is disabled. That is an awesome draw and is some of the best hunting area in New Mexico both prehistorically and today. The first two weeks of the season up there, if there gonna fire up it'll be between 3am and daylight. Well it appears I got lucky and drew an elk tag in this unit. Although many people prefer to get deep in the heart of the unit there are good herd numbers in the northeast corner of the unit in my experience. Dec 05. $$$$ call New Mexico Elk Tags for Sale We have updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy as of May 5th, 2020, Archery - Where to start - first year elk hunting, 25-06 with 110 Hornady ELD-X - Powder suggestion. There are 1 HuntScore subscribers that have hunted this unit. For example, if a deeded-land ranch in northern New Mexico has a $6,000 bull elk permit, it can add as much as . Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Congrats! Gilaelkhunt, Thank you for the info, will contact the FS before I head in. NM_alazan 10-Jun-10. The easiest way to determine the easier to draw units is to give us a call and we can discuss the different units. I've never specifically hunted the lakes. The units on the Carson are all very large running from 100,000 acres to almost 400,000 acres. I have been doing Crossfit to stay in shape and will be incorporating hiking to my routine and will be spending time out on the range. I drew New Mexico 16e rifle, mule friend drew 51 rifle both hunts are 10-22 - 10/26. Any info would be appreciated. JavaScript is disabled. The size of the elk range from 6x6 280 B&C bulls to bulls ranging over 400 B&C. Its not the same as the other gila units. These units are known for big bulls and excellent numbers of elk. Muzzleloader: October 7-11, 2023Rifle: October 14-18, 2023, October 7-11, 2023 Kiowa Hunting Service takes you to unique and exciting locations throughout New Mexico and Colorado. I have hunted it 5 times during archery season the last being 2009. That could be because we had the hunt around labor day. Also something to consider, those elk come down to the private meadows along hwy 64 to feed at night. Drew Unit 51 for 1st rifle season in 2018, from the previous comments - I am encouraged & looking forward to the fall. Create a free account to read the rest of this elk hunting note! Looking for some info so I have a place to start. They were spread out pretty well, just moving around the country quite a bit. There are 0 HuntScore members that have hunted this unit. Unless you are intimately knowledgeable of the area you are hunting and know where to look after two days, you are on your own. This is a high-fence hunt and you are guaranteed to kill a bull elk. A report must be filed if the hunter possesses any of these licenses, even if they dont hunt or harvest. Might be worth a look. We have taken bulls off of this unit that are greater than 300 B&C and occasionally one better than 350 B&C. Elk Hunting in New Mexico Game Management Area 51A Scores. You must log in or register to reply here. I would not worry about a spotter just get some good binos. Any advice would be appreciated. Everything plugged my katadyne after a liter. Great hunts, but understand that if you apply for these tags use one choice and not three. Or you can go right. The only way to hunt this once-in-a-lifetime area is by drawing a license. This unit allows the use of ATVs on all roads and for retrieval of your game. We have one camp and do not provide individual camps for groups. Well if you would like to come along on either hunt??? It may not display this or other websites correctly. ELK-3-172. G. Joined: Jun 2010. After 3 years of trying to draw a tag, I finally drew a Unit 52 bull elk tag during the Muzzleloader season, Oct 7 - 11. This unit has an excellent elk population and the number of hunters is controlled as opposed to most of Colorados public land units. Feel free to contact me. These are excellent units, and because of this it can be very difficult to draw a tag. This hunt occurs on private ranches near Raton, NM. These areas consist of National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, New Mexico State trust and private land holding. That's a great bull for that unit. These hunts can be physical demanding at times due to the terrain, especially in unit 36. That is great elk country. Apr 18, 2018 #2 R Randy Newberg Lil-Rokslider You must log in or register to reply here. BIG GAME HUNTING Elk Elk Unit 51 New Mexico Dhardage Aug 25, 2016 Prev 1 2 3 4 5 Next Apr 24, 2022 #41 Benfromalbuquerque Well-known member Joined Jul 15, 2020 Messages 768 Stoneman80 said: Yeah iv been on my maps looking at those and others as well I was more interested in hunting pressure points stuff like that. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The ratio of guide to hunters will be 1 guide per the number of clients on the application. Thank you for the pictures, looks beautiful, I truly can not wait. Due to the demand for the licenses in this area the odds of drawing are small. Read about advertising on huntscore here. DRAW ODDS . This unit has normal dates for archery hunts, but only one muzzleloader and only one rifle hunt, which is another reason that the elk have a chance to get bigger in this unit. Your harvest report provides New Mexico Game and Fish with valuable information to effectively manage the states wildlife resources. Darrell 10-Jun-10. OP. any lures that are must have for back country trout? Good luck to you! Contact Us | Want to fish a bit as well. I drew the first rifle hunt for Unit 51 in northern New Mexico. Joined Dec 4, 2013 Messages 1,766 Location Decatur, OH. Also south off hwy 64 at Hopewell lake and south west of it, I have seen elk. Happy to help. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Combo hunts for elk and bear are available during the rifle seasons in October. Curious how your hunt went. New Mexico Elk - Unit 51 - Draw Odds, Tag Information and More New Mexico Elk - Unit 51 Click for Terrain Detail GIS Data: Unit Size and Land Ownership* * Approximate square miles '20 HUNTS IN THIS UNIT New tag allocation rounding rules will be in effect for 2020 ( More details ). I archery hunted it 3 times when I was stationed at Holloman. Are you an outfitter, hunting guide, game processor or local hotel? Due to the makeup of the unit, Native American reservations, National monuments and private land holdings these areas provide a bull the opportunity to gain age and consequently size. The areas that we are hunting are: Valle Vidal Portion of the Carson National Forest. He entered for the LO draw but didn't get picked. I've hunted in, or helped hunters in, both units. September 7-13, 2023September 18-24, 2023, September 6-14, 2023September 16-24, 2023, Rifle: October 7-11, 2023Rifle: October 14-18, 2023Rifle: October 21-27, 2023Muzzleloader:December 2-6, 2023, Muzzleloader: October 7-11, 2023Rifle: October 14-18, 2023Rifle: October 21-25, 2023, 7 Day 21: $5,800.00 + tax7 Day 11: $6,300.00 + tax9 Day 21: $6,300.00 + tax9 Day 11: $6,800.00 + tax. Anybody have any advice on hot spots? Our privately owned ranch is surrounded by 600,000+ acres of private land, commonly known as Vermejo Park Ranch, which has absolutely no public access. Hunts are available in any Game Management unit within the Gila National Forest, EXCEPT in units 16B-22. . To get to the hunting areas you will be riding for up to two hours each morning in the dark and possibly leading the horse out with your elk. Use the following certificate if you give game meat, fish or parts of game animals to an individual. And TYFYS. Landowner Permits for Unit 51, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico . Be prepared for hale storms and stuff like that it moves in fast. Visit New Mexico Department of Fish and Game. DMO offers fully guided/outfitted hunts in one of New Mexico's sought out areas. New tag allocation rounding rules will be in effect for 2020 ( More details ). Elk Unit-Wide Map NM Game & Fish 2021-08-27T15:55:11-06:00. The cost of the hunt includes accommodations, meals, appropriate number of guides, and retrieval of game and trophy preparation of the animal. I consider Unit 10 a sleeper unit. The hunter is responsible for putting in for the license (with our help), his/her personal gear, weapon and all personal transportation. Good luck to all the hunters out there this year. These units located in Northern New Mexico with high populations of elk and limited number of hunters success is very high. WoodMoose 09-Jun-10. Beautiful country to hunt there in Northern NM. Send me a PM. Trott2478 - I sent a message yesterday and again today. Designed by Kady Bee. For these species, the reporting deadline to be eligible for the big game draw is April 7. We only offer fully guided and accommodated hunts OR 2 day guided with no accommodations or meals in these units. 2016Deadwood Mountain Outfitters. Units 51 and 52 These units located in Northern New Mexico with high populations of elk and limited number of hunters success is very high. The program is administered by Roadrunner Food Bank. NM135E. That'll give U a direction to head if your up that early and all the ya_hoos are passed out. by bowtechjwar Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:49 pm, Post "The Valle Vidal". I would hunt northwest toward the Jaramilla Ranch. You will be hunting where we know there are elk. The hunter is responsible for the license, personal gear, bedroll, weapon and transportation to and from camp and during your hunt without the guide. I am assuming it will be hot and the bulls won't be to fired up yet. All donate game meat will be used to help feed New Mexicos hungry and homeless. Great draw you should have a fun hunt. Go to Top 7 Day 21: $5,800 + tax7 Day 11: $6,300 + tax We offer two types of hunts in these units: Guided: These hunts include the use of the outfitter number for drawing a license, the appropriate number of guides, accommodations, meals, courtesy transportation during the hunt, and retrieval of game and trophy preparation of the animal. These tags have the voucher price already included in it so there is no voucher shortage at this time to meet your needs. Its already a sucess just because I get to go! There are good areas of Bureau of Land Management properties located on East side of the hunt and on the south side of the hunt unit. The hunter is responsible for their motel, meals, personal gear, weapon and license. The program is administered by Roadrunner Food Bank. This ranch holds one of the largest elk herds in the state of New Mexico, usually numbering around 13,000 animals during winter surveys. This will be both of ours first elk hunt, any help on either unit is greatly appreciated! Use of horses: $495.00 per hunter per hunt extra. Congrats on an awesome bull! It is the hunters responsibility to handle the arrangements and charges with the processor. Harvested cows are transported to Raton to the meat processor for skinning and processing. Never been there for starters but planning some scouting trip before season. This is a great opportunity to make the Gila one of your next hunting destinations. Weather can vary by elevation. 9 Day 21: $6,300 + tax The odds of drawing a license are excellent with the outfitter number. Privacy Notice | Check Game and Fish brochure for dates corresponding to your choice of unit. This is a great hunt! These hunts are only offered in Game Management Units 10, 12, 51 and 52 for all weapons types (rifle, muzzleloader and bow). Click here to proceed to interactive map. This area is lower in elevation than other units, the terrain is easier than some units and there is a network of roads for access throughout the unit. All pictures, images, & content are owned by MuleyMadness and cannot be used without permission Stay away from 15 springs its coverd up with wanta be's and camp crawlers. These units have some of the best bull to cow ratios of any unit in the state. Any applicant who fails to file a mandatory harvest report will have all special hunts draw applications rejected. The drawing odds for this unit are difficult. From all of the information I have gathered, I don't think it will be hard to find elk if you put in the effort. You can walk around the private and set up an ambush. This will increase your odds of drawing by 2 to 3 times on most hunts. i drew the 2nd bow hunt for the same unit. Sorry for the late answer but my computer went wild and i been waiting for my new one. Hot breakfasts, lunches and dinners will be provided each day. These units are known for having trophy elk. I thought that I would add some information or thoughts about elk hunting and hunting in general in New Mexico for the reader read more, Elk Guided/Public Land Fully Accommodated. Not looking to steal any spots, just need a little help to start the process. You must log in or register to reply here. The hunter is responsible for putting in for the license (with our help), his/her personal gear, weapon, and transportation to and from camp. Unit 51 New Mexico. 338 LEGEND. You are using an out of date browser. DMO offers fully guided/outfitted hunts in one of New Mexico's sought out areas. They should still be going rut crazy too!!!! Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! These units should be one that you consider for a chance at a trophy bull. We offer hunts utilizing all weapon types, rifle, muzzleloader, and archery. Check out Hopewell Lake area. Log in to your account and click Harvest Reporting in the MAIN MENU to file your Harvest Reportor call the Game & Fish Information Center at 888-248-6866. Also, congrats on the draw- have you spent any time in that area? The information here and all over the site is outstanding. The group I usually go with drew the season after you this year. Snacks are available at all times. This area is excellent. Any advice in hunting this particular unit/area would be greatly appreciated. JavaScript is disabled. I'm definitely excited about the hunt! I thought that I would add some information or thoughts about elk hunting and hunting in general in New Mexico for the reader read more, Elk Guided/Public Land Fully Accommodated. 2021-2022 Resident Upland Game Harvest Results, 2021-2022 Annual Cougar Mortality Statewide, 2021-2022 Annual Cougar Mortality by Zone, 2020-2021 Resident Upland Game Harvest Results, 2019-2020 Resident Upland Game Harvest Results, 2018-2019 Resident Upland Game Harvest Report, New Mexico Hunters Helping the Hungry Program, New Mexico Hunters Helping the Hungry is a wild game meat donation program. Unit 52 is approximately 300,000 acres in size and Unit 51 is approximately 380,000 acres. I just read every thread I could find on 51. Rifle hunts begin in early October to take advantage of the rut and the bugling bulls. Both of these units are in a roadless/ wilderness area that prohibits off road vehicles and off road traffic of any type. lineman21 10-Jun-10. For information regarding purchase of 2009 permits, please contact Dale Heinemann 505-920-3464. . 16e looks like there is some wide open spaces and a spotter might save my legs a little work, hopefully for the pack out. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. I was lucky enough to draw a tag to hunt a MB Elk in unit 51 in New Mexico. I'll let ya know how I do. This is a public draw unit and it usually offers a very high opportunity to draw a license with the use of the outfitter number. Sign up for a free account to see what they said. We provide tents, cots, pads, shower area, lights and heat, rest rooms or porta-potties. Attention New Mexico Big Game Hunters: My brother and I drew the late season muzzleloader tags (Dec 1-5) and would love to know if any hunttalkers have drawn the same tag. Well I'm kinda planning on Canjilon lake area to start. 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