NM Elk Unit 2C
Terrain Difficulty
Moderate terrain — broken, dissected terrain and steep, sustained slopes.
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NM 2C — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access NM 2C spans over 516,000 acres across 5,416–7,564 ft elevation, with 97% public land. The unit offers excellent access across a mix of high-desert and forested terrain. Elevation variation supports diverse elk habitat from piñon-juniper lowlands through ponderosa pine to mixed conifer at the high end, creating multiple hunting zones and reducing pressure concentration. Hunt Character This unit suits hunters comfortable with high-desert conditions and variable terrain. The substantial public-land base means self-reliant access is viable, though the high elevation band near the northern boundary can be harsh in..
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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-2-129
Archery, Elk-2-130
Muzzleloader, Elk-3-131
Rifle, Elk-1-106
Rifle, Elk-1-132
Rifle, Elk-1-133
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Rifle, Elk-1-134
Rifle, Elk-1-135
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-135 | 75 | 35 | 50.0% |
| 2024 | Archery, Elk-2-129 | 121 | 33 | 30.0% |
| 2024 | Archery, Elk-2-130 | 120 | 22 | 20.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader, Elk-3-131 | 137 | 30 | 24.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-132 | 87 | 30 | 37.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-133 | 126 | 55 | 48.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Elk-1-134 | 75 | 26 | 39.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Elk-2-129 | 120 | 20 | 19.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Elk-2-130 | 120 | 32 | 29.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader, Elk-3-131 | 135 | 43 | 34.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-132 | 86 | 42 | 54.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-133 | 125 | 53 | 46.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-134 | 75 | 42 | 58.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Elk-1-135 | 75 | 39 | 57.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Elk-2-100 | 120 | 25 | 23.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Elk-2-101 | 120 | 31 | 26.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader, Elk-3-102 | 125 | 46 | 37.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-103 | 75 | 45 | 60.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-104 | 100 | 58 | 58.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-105 | 50 | 20 | 40.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Elk-1-106 | 50 | 34 | 67.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rifle (Elk-1-135) — ELK-1-135 | Dec 5, 2026 — Dec 9, 2026 | — | female |
Trophy Data
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