Market Report · 2026
New Mexico
Hunting Market
New Mexico ranks #6 nationally by outfitter count with 28 verified operators (3% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
28
Featured
0
Species
10
National Rank
#6
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk | 25 | $553 | $9,803 |
| Mule Deer | 22 | $368 | $8,498 |
| Antelope | 20 | $283 | $4,717 |
| Exotic | 11 | $368 | $6,258 |
| Turkey | 10 | $100 | $2,294 |
| Bear | 9 | $260 | $5,814 |
| Predator | 8 | — | $7,010 |
| Bighorn Sheep | 6 | $3,175 | — |
Average hunt price includes base hunt (fully guided), nonresident tag, travel, and standard guide tip. Run the cost estimator for a personalized breakdown.
Hunt Types Offered
rifle
19
operators
archery
15
operators
muzzleloader
11
operators
shotgun
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
LOH Outfitters
Magdalena, NM
Trophy elk and exotic game hunting in New Mexico with 90%+ opportunity rates.
90+ percent opportunity on 260-360 bulls
ElkGuyds Hunting Service
Las Cruces, NM
Premier Elk Hunts in New Mexico
Double O Outfitters, LLC
Double Crossing, NM
Premier New Mexico Big Horn Sheep Hunts with seven generations of local expertise
High success rates and trophy potential mentioned
Borderland Outfitters
Columbus, NM
Full service guided hunts across New Mexico with licensed outfitter expertise.
Sierra Blanca Outfitters
Otero County, NM
Premier New Mexico hunting guide offering trophy big game hunts
excellent success ratio
H&A Outfitters, Inc.
Margarito Ulibarri Ranch, NM
Trophy New Mexico Big Game Hunting Outfitter - Since 1992
New Mexico Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Bighorn Sheep | $3,175 |
| Elk | $553 |
| Mule Deer | $368 |
| Whitetail Deer | $368 |
| Exotic | $368 |
| Antelope | $283 |
| Bear | $260 |
| Turkey | $100 |
Tag costs include the base nonresident hunting license plus species tag. Excludes habitat stamps, draw application fees, and trophy fees. Updated for 2026 from state Fish & Game sources.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified New Mexico outfitters. Hunt prices reflect Search Huntr's national model calibrated to state-specific tag and travel costs. Tag prices are updated annually from state Fish & Game departments. See full methodology for details.