2024 New Mexico Unit 6C, Unit Wide Rifle/Muzzleloader Bull Elk Tags for Sale

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Navigating for Bull Elk in Unit 6C, New Mexico: Rifle/Muzzleloader Season

 

Hunters using rifles or muzzleloaders in New Mexico's Unit 6C have excellent opportunities to pursue mature bulls. This area features varied terrain and a plentiful elk population, making it a favored destination for hunters. Each year, the elk population continues to grow, providing hunters with ample chances to hone their skills. With increasing success rates for rifle/muzzleloader hunting, this region appeals to those seeking an enjoyable and challenging hunting experience.

 

Despite the rugged canyons and dense forests, there are also open areas with flat terrain suitable for different hunting styles and skill levels. The higher elevations in the region boast diverse tree species such as spruce, fir, pine, and aspen, enhancing the hunting environment. Forest service roads traverse the area, facilitating easy access for hunters. However, adverse weather conditions can sometimes damage these roads, necessitating the use of four-wheel drive vehicles and carrying chains and spare tires for safety.

 

For hunters seeking an exceptional experience, obtaining an elk tag or voucher for this area is advisable. Only a limited number of these permits are available each year, granting access to prime hunting areas with abundant trophy elk. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the thrill of hunting mature bulls with a rifle or muzzleloader in Unit 6C, New Mexico. For additional information about this area, please refer to the link provided below.

New Mexico Unit 6C Hunting Information

Unit 6C Landowner Tags and Vouchers for Rifle/Muzzleloader Elk Hunting in New Mexico

In New Mexico's Unit 6C, landowners offer hunters the opportunity to acquire Landowner Tags or vouchers, granting access to their property for hunting activities. These tags are distributed considering factors like land size and elk population, aiding in managing hunter numbers and promoting sustainable hunting practices while preserving the environment.

 

Obtaining a landowner tag or voucher provides hunters with exclusive access to the hunting grounds within Unit 6C, known for its plentiful elk population, including mature bulls. These tags streamline entry into this highly sought-after unit by bypassing the traditional draw system.

 

Contact us today at Hunters Domain, and we'll assist you in obtaining elk tags for the rifle/muzzleloader season and provide information about our deposit system.

Exploring the Exceptional Hunting Environment of Unit 6C in New Mexico: Pursuing Bull Elk with Rifle or Muzzleloader

Discover an exceptional elk hunting adventure in Unit 6C, New Mexico, unlike any other. Here are some standout features of this unit:

  • Ample Wildlife: This unit is home to a significant population of elk, with a remarkable success rate of 35% during the rifle/muzzleloader season. The average quality of elk ranges from 260 to 300 inches, with the potential for trophy elk exceeding 300 inches. The unit maintains a balanced bull-to-cow ratio of approximately 33:100, ensuring abundant opportunities for hunters to pursue mature bulls.
  • Diverse Terrain: Encompassing over 778,000 acres, the unit offers a varied landscape, featuring elevations ranging from 6,000 to 9,000 feet. Hunters can expect rugged canyons, dense forests, and expansive open areas, providing both challenge and reward in their hunting endeavors.
  • Strategic Hunting Tactics: As winter progresses, elk and deer migrate to lower elevations where vegetation sustains them. For a successful hunt, venture away from roadways to minimize disturbances. The unit's lower elevations feature a mix of sagebrush, oak brush, pinyon-juniper, and various grass species, attracting mature bull elk.
  • Ideal Weather Conditions: During the rifle/muzzleloader season in October, hunters can expect favorable weather conditions with daytime highs around 63°F and nighttime lows of 34°F. Light winds of 12mph and a 15% chance of rain create the perfect hunting atmosphere with a slight breeze.
  • Nearby Lodging and Services: Stay in nearby cities such as Abiquiu, Los Alamos, or Santa Fe, NM, while exploring Unit 6C. For all your meat processing or jerky needs, visit D&H Meats in Albuquerque.

Embark on an unforgettable hunting experience in Unit 6C New Mexico, and immerse yourself in its rich wildlife and diverse landscapes. Please refer to the links below for more information on lodging and accommodations in the nearby cities. 

Abiquiu, NM

Los Alamos, NM

Sante Fe, NM

Important Reminder:

A landowner tag/voucher is not your hunting license or carcass tag. It is your responsibility to obtain the following;

  1. New Mexico small game license.
  2. State of New Mexico carcass tag for the species you are hunting.
  3. Additionally, be aware of and prepared to purchase any required habitat stamps or other access stamps to ensure you meet all requirements. 
  4. The purchase of a New Mexico big game voucher does not use your preference points.  
 

Although we strive to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information, we urge all hunters to do their own research. The price listed below is an estimated cost of the New Mexico tag. As we assist many landowners in selling their tags, prices can vary from one landowner in the same unit to another. The listed price does not include New Mexico sales tax, and you are responsible for any additional fees charged by New Mexico Fish and Game. If you have any questions, let us help you BEFORE you purchase.

For information or to purchase tags:

Call, Text, Or Email Jimmy Horton

936-287-3304

Jimmy@HuntersDomain.com

Additional Details

  • New Mexico Unit 6C
  • Ask For Availability
  • 2
  • Elk
  • Prepare for Any
  • Mature Bull Elk
  • Unit Wide Tag/Hunt
  • Spot - Stalk
  • Mild to Moderate
  • DIY (Do It Yourself)
  • Lots of Game
  • Muzzleloader, Rifle
  • EST: $8,550

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