NM Mule Deer Unit 2C

# NM Unit 2C — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 2C spans 516,382 acres at moderate-to-high elevation (5,416–7,564 ft) with 97% public land—excellent access via BLM. The unit contains both high-desert and mixed-elevation habitat typical of northern New Mexico, though recent drought has stressed water availability on public lands. Expect challenging dry conditions; water sources are primarily on private inholdings. ## Herd Quality & Population Trophy record data shows the counties overlapping this unit (Rio Arriba and San Juan) have produced 188 record-book mule deer entries all-time, averaging 202.5 (Rio Arriba) and 194.2 (San Juan) over several decades....