New Mexico
Non-resident hunting — draw tags, OTC options, fees & deadlines
Application Deadlines
Species Details
Very low NR quota (6%). Long wait for quality units. Excellent elk quality worth the wait. NR fee ~$155 (license + app). NOTE: verify current 2026 fees at wildlife.state.nm.us.
Trophy quality high. Very low NR quota makes this a long-term play.
Very few NR tags. Apply annually for preference points. 20+ years expected. NR fee ~$155. Verify at wildlife.state.nm.us.
Northeastern NM plains. Low NR quota but pronghorn are plentiful. Worth applying for points. Faster draw than elk or deer. NR fee ~$120. Verify at wildlife.state.nm.us.
OTC bear license. Gila and Lincoln National Forests have excellent bear populations. Spring and fall seasons. NR license ~$155. Verify at wildlife.state.nm.us.
OTC lion tag. Extended season with hound hunting allowed. Southern NM has excellent lion populations. NR license ~$155. Verify at wildlife.state.nm.us.
Very rare. Valles Caldera and northern NM units. Extremely few NR tags. Apply every year. NR fee ~$155. Verify at wildlife.state.nm.us.
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