New Mexico Pronghorn Pronghorn

Unit 36,37

New Mexico Hunting Guide — Pronghorn, Pronghorn

The combined Unit 36,37 pronghorn hunt area covers the Tularosa Basin margins and Llano Estacado grasslands in south-central to southeastern New Mexico. Pronghorn populations use open prairie, juniper flats, and desert scrub across this large compound unit with BLM public access and private ranch land.

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Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

Where to Find Pronghorn in Units 36,37

Units 36 and 37 pronghorn inhabit open grassland and desert scrub in south-central New Mexico.

Open Prairie Flats

Wide-open shortgrass prairie holds the highest pronghorn densities. Glass these areas at distance from any elevation you can find.

Juniper and Scrub Oak Edges

Transitions between grassland and juniper scrub attract pronghorn for browse. Animals move through these edge zones during morning and evening feeding periods.

Water Sources

Playas, stock tanks, and springs concentrate pronghorn during dry summer months. Scout water sources before the season for pre-hunt planning.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Units 36,37

The large combined unit requires a mobile hunting strategy to cover ground efficiently.

Vehicle-Based Glassing

Systematically drive BLM roads and glass extensively before moving. Cover 10-15 miles of glassing country per morning to locate bucks worth pursuing. A spotting scope is essential for evaluating buck quality at distance.

Rut Decoying

September rut makes bucks territorial and aggressive. Decoy setups on open flats are highly effective. Use a decoy with a challenge call, setting up 150+ yards downwind of a visible buck.

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Rifle78%

Archery45%

Pronghorn rifle success in Units 36,37 combined typically runs 65-80%. The large compound unit provides ample habitat when access to public land is established. Verify current figures in the NMDGF harvest report.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %
Rifle— Draw	31	437	7.1%
Archery— Draw	18	62	29.0%
Rifle— Draw	31	475	6.5%
Archery— Draw	17	42	40.5%
Rifle— Draw	5	64	7.8%
Rifle— Draw	5	15	33.3%

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 Units 36,37 combined pronghorn.

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

The combined Unit 36/37 pronghorn hunt covers short-grass country east of Carrizozo and across the Jornada del Muerto region. We see roughly 1,750 applicants for 175 tags over three years. Terrain is classic open prairie with scattered mesquite and yucca.

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

Short-grass flats dotted with yucca and mesquite are the habitat.

Open Pastures

Family groups feed in large open pastures early and late.

Yucca Ridges

Low yucca-studded rises provide vantage for pronghorn — and you.

Stock Tanks

Active tanks and windmills anchor daily patterns.

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

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Pronghorn Success Rates

Rifle78%

Archery45%

1,750 applicants vs 175 tags — about 10% overall odds. Rifle success typically 70–80%.

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %
Rifle— Draw	31	437	7.1%
Archery— Draw	18	62	29.0%
Rifle— Draw	31	475	6.5%
Archery— Draw	17	42	40.5%
Rifle— Draw	5	64	7.8%
Rifle— Draw	5	15	33.3%

Data from 2021 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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Pure random. Nonresident 6% plus 10% outfitter-guided. Limited tag count makes this a multi-year pursuit.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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RV Sites

Check road conditions to dispersed camping areas.

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Camp Sites

Dispersed BLM/USFS camping throughout the unit.

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Trailer Access

Moderate. Scout main roads before pulling a large rig.

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Water

Limited in the field. Carry water.

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Road Conditions

Mix of paved, gravel, and dirt roads. 4WD recommended for backcountry access.

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Terrain Difficulty

Easy. Flat to gently rolling grassland.

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Hunting Pressure

Moderate across the large unit area.

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Weather

Check forecast before departure. Conditions vary by elevation and season.

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Cell Service

Limited in remote areas. Satellite communicator recommended.

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Nearest Town

Roswell or Carrizozo for fuel and basic supplies. Alamogordo for full services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How large is the combined Units 36,37 pronghorn hunt area?

Units 36 and 37 together cover a large swath of south-central to southeastern New Mexico grassland. The compound unit has its own hunt codes and tag quota in the NMDGF Big Game Hunt Booklet.

Are 36 and 37 hunted as one unit?

Yes. The NMDGF hunt codes combine them into a single tag. Confirm boundaries in the current RIB.

Is Unit 36/37 mostly public land?

No. Private ranches and state trust dominate. Read hunt-code access conditions before applying.

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Sources & Verification

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

NMDGF Hunting — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Hunt unit overview, Season structure, License requirements · accessed 2026-04-16
NMDGF Hunting by Species — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Species management, GMU eligibility, Season summary · accessed 2026-04-16
2024 Big Game Hunt Booklet — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Hunt codes, Tag quotas, Season dates · accessed 2026-04-16
2026-2027 New Mexico Hunting Rules and Info (RIB) — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Unit 36/37 pronghorn boundary, Season dates, Tag quotas · accessed 2026-04-17
NMDGF Pronghorn Species Info — New Mexico Department of Game and Fish · supports: Pronghorn management overview, Season structure · accessed 2026-04-17
BLM Las Cruces District — Bureau of Land Management · supports: Public land access, Travel management · accessed 2026-04-17

Unit 36,37

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

Where to Find Pronghorn in Units 36,37

Open Prairie Flats

Juniper and Scrub Oak Edges

Water Sources

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Units 36,37

Vehicle-Based Glassing

Rut Decoying

Pronghorn Success Rates

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

Open Pastures

Yucca Ridges

Stock Tanks

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

Road-Grid Glassing

Fold-and-Stalk

Decoy Work

Pronghorn Success Rates

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

RV Sites

Camp Sites

Trailer Access

Water

Road Conditions

Terrain Difficulty

Hunting Pressure

Weather

Cell Service

Nearest Town

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sources & Verification

Unit 36,37

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

Where to Find Pronghorn in Units 36,37

Open Prairie Flats

Juniper and Scrub Oak Edges

Water Sources

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Units 36,37

Pronghorn Success Rates

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Pronghorn Hunting in Unit 36,37

Where to Find Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

Open Pastures

Yucca Ridges

Stock Tanks

How to Hunt Pronghorn in Unit 36/37

Pronghorn Success Rates

Pronghorn Draw Odds

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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