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New Mexico Pronghorn

Unit 31 (North of US 380)

New Mexico Hunting Guide — Pronghorn

The north-of-US-380 sub-area of Unit 31 covers rolling grassland and scrub country in west-central New Mexico. Pronghorn roam open terrain with scattered juniper and sagebrush across a mix of BLM public land and private ranches. The sub-area has its own hunt codes and tag quota.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 31 (North of US 380)

The north-of-US-380 sub-area of Unit 31 covers rolling grassland and scrub country in west-central New Mexico. Pronghorn roam open terrain with scattered juniper and sagebrush across a mix of BLM public land and private ranches. The sub-area has its own hunt codes and tag quota.

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 31 (North of US 380)

Unit 31 north-of-380 pronghorn use rolling shortgrass and scrub habitat north of US Highway 380.

Grassland Flats and Ridgelines

Rolling grassland with intermittent sage and cholla holds pronghorn populations. Glass from elevated positions — ridge tops provide views across wide basins.

Juniper Draws

Scattered juniper provides midday thermal cover. Pronghorn use these areas during hot weather and feed into open grassland at dawn and dusk.

Water Sources

Stock tanks and seasonal catchments are focal points for pronghorn in dry summer conditions. Scout water sources before the season.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 31 (North of US 380)

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Pronghorn rifle success in Unit 31 north-of-380 sub-area typically runs 60-75%. Verify current figures with the NMDGF harvest report.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— Draw276024.5% 0
Archery— Draw2110919.3% 0
Rifle— Draw275464.9% 0
Archery— Draw218724.1% 0
Rifle— Draw5925.4% 0
Rifle— Draw51631.3% 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. Every applicant has equal odds each year regardless of past applications. Check the NMDGF Drawing Odds Summary Report for current applicant-to-tag ratios for Unit 31 north-of-US-380 pronghorn.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the US 380 boundary in Unit 31?
US Highway 380 divides Unit 31 into north and south sub-areas with separate hunt codes. Confirm the exact sub-area boundary in the NMDGF Big Game Hunt Booklet before purchasing your tag.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-16.

  1. NMDGF Hunting — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Hunt unit overview, Season structure, License requirements · accessed 2026-04-16
  2. NMDGF Hunting by Species — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Species management, GMU eligibility, Season summary · accessed 2026-04-16
  3. 2024 Big Game Hunt Booklet — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Hunt codes, Tag quotas, Season dates · accessed 2026-04-16