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New MexicoMule Deer

NM Mule Deer Unit 19

Total Acres
2,721,901
Public Land
98%
Elevation
3,862–8,840 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery (Der-2-214) — Der-2-214Jan 1, 2026Jan 15, 2026either
2026Muzzleloader (Der-3-215) — Der-3-215Dec 5, 2026Dec 9, 2026either

AI Scout Analysis

# NM 19 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** NM 19 spans 2.7 million acres with nearly 98% public land—excellent access for DIY hunters. Elevation ranges from 3,860 to 8,840 feet, encompassing diverse habitats from lower-elevation shrubland through mixed conifer. The vast public acreage minimizes crowding relative to other New Mexico units. **Herd Quality** Trophy record data is not available for this unit in the provided context. Forum discussion mentions Mora and Harding counties (which...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
22 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle (Der-1-212)resident3164
2023Rifle (Der-1-212)nonresident40
2023Rifle (Der-1-212)outfitter10
2023Rifle (Der-1-213)resident3904
2023Rifle (Der-1-213)nonresident20
2023Archery (Der-2-214)resident2398
2023Archery (Der-2-214)nonresident41
2023Archery (Der-2-214)outfitter331
2023Muzzleloader (Der-3-215)resident1958
2023Muzzleloader (Der-3-215)nonresident31
2023Muzzleloader (Der-3-215)outfitter161

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
8 recent records available — Sign up to see current harvest data
2022Rifle (Der-1-207)55100.0%
2022Archery (Der-2-208)10675.0%
2022Muzzleloader (Der-3-209)10770.0%