Hunting in New Mexico

Whether you’re hunting grouse, squirrels, quail or waterfowl, or holding out for that elusive trophy bull elk, mule deer or pronghorn, New Mexico’s hunting opportunities are as abundant and diverse as its terrain and habitat.
New Mexico also offers hunting opportunities not found anywhere else, including hunts for exotic species including Persian ibex, oryx and Barbary sheep.
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish biologists and wildlife managers work to maintain and improve wildlife habitat and protect wildlife populations, while providing hunting opportunities on public and private lands for a range of species throughout the state.

Need a license? Licenses are available online (click here), by phone 888-248-6866, or license vendors.
Print from your NMDGF account or request a mail or email copy from 888-248-6866, a vendor, or ispa@state.nm.us.
Hunting Publications
Visit the Publications page for the latest Hunting Rules and Information books available as downloadable PDF’s.