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New MexicoMule Deer

NM Mule Deer Unit 52

Total Acres
269,358
Public Land
95%
Wilderness
7%
Elevation
7,977–11,066 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Archery (Der-2-396) — Der-2-396Sep 1, 2026Sep 24, 2026either
2026Muzzleloader (Der-3-397) — Der-3-397Sep 27, 2026Oct 3, 2026either
2026Rifle (Der-1-394) — Der-1-394Oct 31, 2026Nov 4, 2026either
2026Rifle (Der-1-395) — Der-1-395Nov 7, 2026Nov 11, 2026either

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
170
Avg Score
202.5
Top Score
277.8
Recent (5yr)
2

AI Scout Analysis

# NM 52 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 52 spans high-elevation terrain from ~8,000–11,000 ft across 95% public land in the Jemez/northern Rio Arriba region. Forum reports cite cold high-country conditions and heavy ATV use on public roads; expect motorized access corridors and significant hunting pressure, particularly during rifle seasons. ## Herd Quality & Population No wildlife survey data (bull:cow or buck:doe ratios) is available for this unit. Herd condition cannot be assessed...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
24 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle (Der-1-394)resident1,42776
2023Rifle (Der-1-394)nonresident1245
2023Rifle (Der-1-394)outfitter119
2023Rifle (Der-1-395)resident1,25976
2023Rifle (Der-1-395)nonresident1225
2023Rifle (Der-1-395)outfitter79
2023Archery (Der-2-396)resident41067
2023Archery (Der-2-396)nonresident355
2023Archery (Der-2-396)outfitter78
2023Muzzleloader (Der-3-397)resident23421
2023Muzzleloader (Der-3-397)nonresident242

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
8 recent records available — Sign up to see current harvest data
2022Rifle (Der-1-384)903039.0%
2022Rifle (Der-1-385)902738.0%
2022Archery (Der-2-386)801623.0%
2022Muzzleloader (Der-3-387)25316.0%