New Mexico Elk Hunting Season 2025
Recorded elk windows for New Mexico, including history and unverified dates.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
0 of 2 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.
Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.
New Mexico Elk Season Calendar
Find all elk hunting season dates for New Mexico including archery, rifle, muzzleloader, and shotgun seasons for 2025.
All Elk Seasons
2 seasons for New Mexico elk hunting
Sep 1-24, 2025
Unverified date record; agency review required. Archery - draw
Oct 1 - Dec 31, 2025
Unverified date record; agency review required. Multiple seasons - draw
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Important Note for New Mexico
Most New Mexico big game requires draw. Bear is OTC in some areas.
New Mexico Elk Hunting FAQ
Common questions about elk hunting in New Mexico
When is elk season in New Mexico?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-09-01 to 2025-09-24; 2025-10-01 to 2025-12-31. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
When does archery elk season start in New Mexico?
Recorded archery elk window: Sep 1, 2025 to Sep 24, 2025. Unverified date record; agency review required. Archery - draw
When is elk rifle/firearms season in New Mexico?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-01 to 2025-12-31. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
Do I need a license to hunt elk in New Mexico?
Yes, you need a valid New Mexico hunting license and any required elk tags or permits. Check with the New Mexico wildlife agency for current license requirements and fees.
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