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New Mexico Mule Deer Elk

Unit 14 (Magdalena / San Mateo)

New Mexico Hunting Guide — Mule Deer, Elk

Unit 14 covers the Magdalena and San Mateo country of west-central New Mexico. Mule deer tags are allocated through the NMDGF pure random draw with no preference or bonus points. Consult the NMDGF big-game hunt booklet for current hunt codes.

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Mule Deer Hunting in Unit 14

Unit 14 covers the Magdalena and San Mateo country of west-central New Mexico. Mule deer tags are allocated through the NMDGF pure random draw with no preference or bonus points. Consult the NMDGF big-game hunt booklet for current hunt codes.

Where to Find Mule Deer in Unit 14

Unit 14 mule deer use the mountain and foothill habitat of west-central New Mexico. Use NMDGF GMU maps and land-ownership overlays to identify huntable public ground.

How to Hunt Mule Deer in Unit 14

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Mule Deer Success Rates

Rifle25%
Archery16%
Muzzleloader20%
Unit 14 mule deer success rates vary by hunt code, weapon, and season. Check NMDGF harvest reports for the latest unit-level figures.

Mule Deer Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— Draw421,0424.0% 0
Archery— Draw4745810.3% 0
Muzzleloader— Draw424908.6% 0
Rifle— Draw471,1274.2% 0
Archery— Draw515259.7% 0
Muzzleloader— Draw4731415.0% 0

Data from 2021 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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New Mexico uses a pure random draw with no preference or bonus points. Unit 14 mule deer tags are drawn on chance alone each year.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Unit 14 mule deer tags allocated?
Through the NMDGF pure random draw. Every applicant has equal odds each year with no preference or bonus points.
Where do I find Unit 14 season dates?
The NMDGF Big Game Hunt Booklet lists all Unit 14 mule deer hunt codes, season dates, and tag quotas.
Can I hunt inside the Manzano Wilderness on a Unit 14 tag?
Yes — the Manzano Mountain Wilderness is part of Unit 14 for general hunt codes. Motorized/mechanized transport is prohibited, so plan for foot or horse access.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

  1. NMDGF Hunting — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Overview of New Mexico hunting programs, Agency hub for licenses and seasons · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. NMDGF Hunting by Species — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Species-specific management info, Season framework by animal · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. NMDGF Big Game Hunt Booklet — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Hunt codes and GMU boundaries, Tag quotas and season dates · accessed 2026-04-17
  4. 2026-2027 NM Hunting Rules and Info — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Unit 14 boundary, Elk hunt codes · accessed 2026-04-17
  5. NMDGF Elk Species Info — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Elk management · accessed 2026-04-17
  6. Cibola National Forest (Mountainair District) — USDA Forest Service · supports: Public access · accessed 2026-04-17