NM Mule Deer Unit 36
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NM 36 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access NM 36 spans 635,000 acres across a dramatic elevation gradient from 4,260 ft to 11,550 ft, encompassing low desert, piñon-juniper foothills, mixed conifer, and high-country alpine habitat. Just over half the unit (54%) is public land, primarily National Forest within the Lincoln National Forest system. This public/private mix means access varies significantly by location — some drainages and ridge systems are public and roadless, while others cross private inholdings or require negotiation. The wide elevation range creates diverse hunting terrain. Lower elevations support sagebrush and scattered juniper with vehicle access..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery, Der-2-319
Archery, Der-2-320
Archery, Der-2-329
Archery, Der-2-330
Muzzleloader, Der-3-321
Muzzleloader, Der-3-322
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Muzzleloader, Der-3-331
Muzzleloader, Der-3-332
Rifle, Der-1-316
Rifle, Der-1-317
Rifle, Der-1-318
Rifle, Der-1-326
Rifle, Der-1-327
Rifle, Der-1-328
2025 draw results are in
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rifle, Der-1-326 | 301 | 92 | 34.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Der-1-327 | 300 | 74 | 30.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Der-1-328 | 25 | 15 | 68.0% |
| 2024 | Archery, Der-2-329 | 227 | 40 | 21.0% |
| 2024 | Archery, Der-2-330 | 125 | 37 | 34.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-331 | 117 | 26 | 25.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-332 | 25 | 3 | 18.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Der-1-326 | 300 | 92 | 36.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Der-1-327 | 303 | 98 | 37.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Der-1-328 | 25 | 8 | 33.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Der-2-329 | 224 | 52 | 27.0% |
| 2023 | Archery, Der-2-330 | 126 | 38 | 38.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-331 | 115 | 31 | 31.0% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-332 | 26 | 6 | 24.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Der-1-316 | 300 | 80 | 31.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Der-1-317 | 300 | 67 | 26.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Der-1-318 | 25 | 12 | 55.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Der-2-319 | 225 | 56 | 31.0% |
| 2022 | Archery, Der-2-320 | 125 | 32 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-321 | 115 | 34 | 36.0% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader, Der-3-322 | 25 | 6 | 26.0% |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery (Der-2-329) — DER-2-329 | Sep 1, 2026 — Sep 24, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Archery (Der-2-330) — DER-2-330 | Jan 1, 2026 — Jan 15, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader (Der-3-331) — DER-3-331 | Oct 24, 2026 — Oct 28, 2026 | — | either |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader (Der-3-332) — DER-3-332 | Oct 24, 2026 — Oct 28, 2026 | — | either |
Trophy Data
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