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New Mexico Unit 2A Hunting Information

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Overview of NM GMU 2A Hunting Facts

Bounded by Colorado on the north, Unit 2A rests in the northwestern corner of New Mexico in San Juan and Rio Arriba counties. Predominantly a warm unit, timing will be key when planning your hunt to Unit 2A in New Mexico. Providing a necessary resource to the wildlife of the unit, the Los Pinos, Animas, and San Juan River run along the eastern and southern boundaries of the unit. For more New Mexico Unit 2A hunting information, check out the Info for Cities Near Unit 2A section on the right.

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NM Unit 2A Species Hunting Info

INFO: Mule Deer Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A

Nearby deer herds migrate here during the frigid winter months and early season bucks spend much of the day either drinking at water holes or bedded down in dense vegetation. Take advantage of the warm conditions and still hunt near a water hole, where you are sure to frequently spot deer Hunters find success every year taking mature bucks.
SUCCESS RATES for Mule Deer Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A
5 Year Estimated Average for Deer
Archery 22.00%
Late Archery 30.00%
Muzzleloader 25.00%
Rifle 30.00%
Rifle (YO) 55.00%
Mule Deer TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 2A New Mexico
Average Deer Quality 150″ – 170″
Trophy Deer Potential 180″+
New Mexico Unit 2A Mule Deer Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!

INFO: Elk Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A

Paralleling the behavior of the mule deer, elk herds are most active in the unit in the late winter days. Unit 2A offers a reprieve from the barren, snow-covered territories of nearby units. Elk tags for Unit 2A are valid in all Unit 2 subunits including 2A, 2B, and 2C. Big bulls are taken from this unit every year measuring above 320 inches!
SUCCESS RATES for Elk Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A
5 Year Estimated Average for Elk
Archery 1 20.00%
Archery 2 20.00%
Muzzleloader 45.00%
Rifle 45.00%
Elk TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 2A New Mexico
Average Elk Quality 290″ – 320″
NM Area 2A Trophy Elk Potential 320″+
GMU 2A Bull to Cow Ratio 34:100
New Mexico Unit 2A Elk Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!

INFO: Antelope Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A

The abundance of shrub-covered grasslands and easy terrain make this unit an antelope hunting paradise. The success rates are very high and the tags are valid for hunting all Unit 2 subunits. The number of licenses drawn is limited which not only means the herds will be larger, but also that the hunting pressure will be lower, allowing for a more enjoyable hunt.
SUCCESS RATES for Antelope Hunting in New Mexico Unit 2A
5 Year Estimated Average for Antelope
Archery 80.00%
Rifle 75.00%
Rifle (YO) Unavailable
Antelope TROPHY QUALITY for Unit 2A New Mexico
Average Antelope Size 60″ – 70″
NM Area 2A Trophy Antelope Potential 70″+
New Mexico Unit 2A Antelope Hunting FORUM Coming Soon!

Available Hunts for New Mexico Unit 2A

Unit 2A Hunting Information Video

Cities Near NM Unit 2A

New Mexico Unit 2A Topo Map

Total Acreage: 503,795 acres over 787 square miles

Total Public Land: 340,000 acres or 67%

Land Ownership Mix: BLM: 286,336 acres; State Land: 40,832 acres; Other Govt Owned: 4,608 acres

Species: Elk, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Sheep

Elevation Variances: 5,000 ft. to 7,200 ft.

Terrain Difficulty Overall: Mild to Moderate

Land Coverage/Vegetation: 56% shrub/scrub; 10% evergreen/coniferous forests

NM Unit 2A Boundaries: The portion of Game Management Unit 2 west of the Lost Pinos River (Pine Arm of Navajo Reservoir) and north of the San Juan River.

Lay of the Land in NM Unit 2A

Terrain in NM GMU 2A

The terrain of New Mexico GMU 2A is best summed up as easy to moderate. The foothills contain gradual inclines with rock formations scattered among the scrub cover. The semi-desert terrain of the flatlands offers an ideal area for decoy hunting and glassing from nearby high points. Rivers weave their way through the unit creating a network of streams and creeks.

Vegetation in NM Unit 2A

The vegetation of Unit 2A New Mexico varies directly with the elevation and terrain in which it grows. Shrubbery consisting of sagebrush and oak brush, along with pinyon-juniper patches paint the lower to mid-elevation rolling hills as far as the eye can see. Croplands are located throughout the unit, concentrated near water sources. In addition to croplands being located near water sources, riparian vegetation such as cottonwoods, willows, and dense grass wetlands occupy the river banks.

Access Points in NM GMU 2A

There are several main access roads throughout Unit 2A New Mexico, mainly radiating from the town of Aztec, which is located in the center. Along with paved roads, there are trails and makeshift paths that aid hunters in navigating their way to hunting locations. If you are planning on driving a motorized vehicle on New Mexico public land, you must obtain a non-resident Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) registration decal or you may purchase one through your home state. New Mexico permits are available for purchase online or at any New Mexico Department of Game and Fish office locations. It is the responsibility of hunters to obtain a Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) from the Forest Service website or office so that you are well aware of what areas permit and what areas prohibit the use of motorized vehicles when planning your hunt.

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