At a Glance
3,256Square Miles
31.9%Public Land
6,500 - 8,500Elevation Range
Throw a dart at the exact center of a map of New Mexico, and you’ll probably hit Unit 38. Mostly private, it has BLM, state and Forest Service land, and contains many pronghorn antelope as well as some elk, mule deer and barbary sheep. Gallinas Peak is due west from Corona and is comprised of national forest land.
Pronghorns are the main attraction, living on ranches that are usually a mixture of public and private land. Elk are few in number in this area. Mule deer used to have healthy populations but have declined in recent droughts.
Quick Tips
- Most game animals are within one mile of water
- Carry good optics, land is mostly open
- Look for elk in the steepest terrain you can find