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New Mexico Elk — Unit 9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly (9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly)
New Mexico Elk Unit 9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly (9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
100%
Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
20
Tags Available
16
Applicants
Data source: New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) - Official Drawing Odds Summary Reports · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 20 | 100% | — |
| 2024 | 10 | 20 | 100% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for New Mexico Elk Unit 9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 100% (2025). There were 16 applicants for 20 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for New Mexico Elk Unit 9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly?
New Mexico uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for New Mexico Elk Unit 9,includingWaterCanyonWMA-mobilityimpairedonly?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 100% in 2024 and 100% in 2025.
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