NM Elk Unit 16B
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NM 16B – Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access NM 16B spans 602,865 acres across dramatic elevation—from 4,781 to 10,746 feet—entirely on public land. The unit is 87% wilderness, making it a true high-country experience. Terrain ranges from lower-elevation piñon-juniper and ponderosa pine through mixed conifer stands at mid-elevation to alpine meadows and rocky peaks in the high basins. Significant wilderness acreage means hunters must plan for long pack-in distances and self-sufficiency; outfitter drop camps and unguided backpack operations are the standard approach. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping NM 16B hold strong historical trophy records—49 combined record-book entries..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery, Elk-2-246
Archery, Elk-2-247
Archery, Elk-2-279
Archery, Elk-2-280
Rifle, Elk-1-248
Rifle, Elk-1-249
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Rifle, Elk-1-250
Rifle, Elk-1-281
Rifle, Elk-1-282
Rifle, Elk-1-283
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Archery, Elk-2-279 | 225 | 35 | 17.0% |
| 2024 | Archery, Elk-2-280 | 165 | 35 | 23.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-281 | 25 | 11 | 50.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-282 | 80 | 13 | 19.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-283 | 120 | 23 | 21.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Elk-2-279 | 225 | 21 | 11.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Elk-2-280 | 165 | 18 | 13.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-281 | 25 | 11 | 45.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-282 | 80 | 18 | 24.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-283 | 120 | 21 | 21.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Elk-2-246 | 224 | 32 | 16.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Elk-2-247 | 165 | 25 | 15.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-248 | 25 | 14 | 55.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-249 | 135 | 24 | 18.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-250 | 160 | 27 | 17.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery (Elk-2-279) — ELK-2-279 | Sep 1, 2026 — Sep 14, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Archery (Elk-2-280) — ELK-2-280 | Sep 15, 2026 — Sep 24, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Rifle (Elk-1-281) — ELK-1-281 | Oct 10, 2026 — Oct 14, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle (Elk-1-282) — ELK-1-282 | Oct 17, 2026 — Oct 21, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle (Elk-1-283) — ELK-1-283 | Oct 24, 2026 — Oct 28, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
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