Professional Outfitter-Assisted Applications for the New Mexico Draw Hunt SystemApply for the New Mexico Elk Draw with confidence. Wild New Mexico Outfitters provides fully guided hunting license application services, giving non-resident hunters access to the New Mexico Outfitter 10% Draw Pool and expert unit selection to maximize draw success.
📞 Call Today to Apply: (505) 677-2474
⏰ New Mexico Big Game Draw Deadline: March 19, 2025 – 5:00 PM (MT)
How the New Mexico Elk & Big Game Draw Works
New Mexico uses a random computerized draw system designed to ensure fairness and consistency across all applicants.
License allocation by hunt code:
84% – New Mexico residents
16% – Non-residents
Up to 10% for non-residents applying with a New Mexico registered outfitter
Up to 6% for non-residents applying without an outfitter
Applying through a licensed outfitter is one of the most effective ways to increase non-resident elk draw odds in New Mexico. Many hunters also choose to pair draw applications with landowner permits as a backup strategy.
License Fees & Credit Card Authorization
Why is a credit card required?
A credit card is required by New Mexico Department of Game & Fish to process all draw applications.
What will I be charged?
NMDGF will charge:
Full license fee (species dependent)
$65 annual game-hunting license
$13 non-refundable application fee
What happens if I’m unsuccessful?
NMDGF refunds the license fee minus the $65 license and $13 application fee.
What happens if I draw a tag?
All license fees and deposits become non-refundable, and your hunt is confirmed.
Apply for the New Mexico Elk Draw With Confidence
Let an experienced New Mexico outfitter handle the strategy, unit selection, and application process—so you can focus on the hunt.
📞 Call Wild New Mexico Outfitters:
(505) 677-2474
WHY APPLY WITH WILD NEW MEXICO OUTFITTERS
Experienced New Mexico outfitter with extensive knowledge of the draw system and application strategy.
Improved non-resident draw odds by utilizing the New Mexico Outfitter 10% Draw Pool.
Group applications allowed – Up to four hunters per application. If the application is drawn, all hunters receive licenses.
Strategic GMU selection – Choose up to three Game Management Units per application, including the ability to mix archery, muzzleloader, and rifle choices.
Access to top New Mexico GMUs, selected to balance draw odds with hunt quality.
Permitted statewide on public and accessible lands throughout New Mexico.
Professional, licensed guides who meet all state and federal requirements and know these units well.
Big game species we guide:
Elk
Deer
Pronghorn
Oryx
Barbary Sheep
Direct outfitter relationship — no booking agents, no middlemen, no inflated fees.
Your application, hunt planning, and guided experience are handled in-house from start to finish.One outfitter. One plan. One priority — you.
We put maximum effort into every application and hunt with your best interests in mind.
Fully Guided & Outfitted Application Service
New Mexico law requires hunters applying through the Outfitter 10% Draw Pool to have a signed contract with a licensed New Mexico outfitter.
Our Application Deposit
Wild New Mexico Outfitters requires a one-time, non-refundable $750 application deposit to apply you for any of the following species:
Elk
Mule Deer
Pronghorn
Oryx
Barbary Sheep
How it works:
Deposit carries over year-to-year until a tag is drawn
Applications are submitted automatically each season unless canceled in writing by January 15
Once drawn, 100% of the deposit is applied toward your hunt price, which is locked in
After the Draw Results Are Released
Successful applicants are notified by phone or email
A total deposit equal to 50% of the hunt cost is due within 15 days
If unsuccessful, your hunt price remains locked in until a tag is drawn
Important:
If you have not heard from us by the first week of May, you were unsuccessful in the draw and should see a refund from New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (minus required fees).