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New MexicoElk

NM Elk Unit 57

Total Acres
274,350
Public Land
17%
Elevation
5,949–8,874 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery (Elk-2-418) — Elk-2-418Sep 1, 2026Sep 14, 2026either
2026Archery (Elk-2-419) — Elk-2-419Sep 15, 2026Sep 24, 2026either
2026Archery (Elk-2-420) — Elk-2-420Sep 1, 2026Sep 14, 2026either
2026Archery (Elk-2-421) — Elk-2-421Sep 15, 2026Sep 24, 2026either
2026Rifle (Elk-1-422) — Elk-1-422Oct 1, 2026Oct 5, 2026male
2026Rifle (Elk-1-423) — Elk-1-423Oct 17, 2026Oct 21, 2026male
2026Rifle (Elk-1-424) — Elk-1-424Dec 12, 2026Dec 16, 2026female

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
10
Avg Score
384.1
Top Score
434.4
Recent (5yr)
0

AI Scout Analysis

# NM 57 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 57 spans 5,950–8,874 ft across 274,350 acres with only 17% public land—a significant access constraint. The forum context suggests moderate pressure and scattered vehicle use on public areas. Expect a mix of high-country and mid-elevation habitat typical of north-central New Mexico. ## Herd Quality & Population No wildlife survey data (bull:cow ratios or population estimates) is provided for this unit. Harvest success varies widely by season:...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Rifle (Elk-1-422)resident1674
2023Rifle (Elk-1-422)nonresident60
2023Rifle (Elk-1-422)outfitter10
2023Rifle (Elk-1-423)resident1508
2023Rifle (Elk-1-423)nonresident101
2023Rifle (Elk-1-423)outfitter21
2023Rifle (Elk-1-424)resident868
2023Rifle (Elk-1-424)nonresident01
2023Archery (Elk-2-420)resident304
2023Archery (Elk-2-420)nonresident00
2023Archery (Elk-2-421)resident394
2023Archery (Elk-2-421)nonresident00
2023Archery (Elk-2-418)resident213
2023Archery (Elk-2-419)resident242
2023Archery (Elk-2-419)nonresident20

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Archery (Elk-2-383)300.0%
2022Archery (Elk-2-384)22100.0%
2022Rifle (Elk-1-385)5360.0%
2022Rifle (Elk-1-386)10663.0%
2022Rifle (Elk-1-387)10340.0%