At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Clients of outfitters have better odds of drawing tags
- Remember to buy habitat and land use stamps
- Big bulls tend to stay in remote areas




Hunters commenting on Unit 15 in New Mexico highlight the challenging terrain and the need for physical preparedness, suggesting that prospective hunters should be ready for steep, rugged landscapes. There is a consensus that timing the hunt during specific seasonal changes, such as the rut, significantly improves the chances of encountering more game. Success in this unit seems to require a strategic approach, as hunter pressure can push game into less accessible areas. Overall, while the draw odds can be competitive, those who invest time in scouting and adapt to the physical demands of the area tend to report more rewarding experiences.
This unit is well known for the many large bulls that have been taken off here in the past years. It borders Arizona and includes a large part of the Gila Mountains. Antelope also are hunted here.
This unit has produced many bull elk big enough to qualify for listing in the Pope and Young Club and Boone and Crockett Club record books.