New Mexico Hunting Season Dates 2025-2026
May 19, 2026 — admin
New Mexico Hunting Season Dates 2025-2026
Planning your New Mexico hunting trip? Machine Gun Kings has the gear and guns you need — and here are the season dates to plan around.
New Mexico Big Game Seasons (2025-2026)
Elk
- Archery: September 1–30
- Muzzleloader: September 15 – October 15 (varies by unit)
- Rifle: October–November (varies by unit)
Mule Deer
- Archery: September
- Rifle: October–November
Pronghorn Antelope
- Archery: August
- Rifle: October
Black Bear
- Spring: April–May
- Fall: September–November
Javelina
- Year-round in many units (check NMDGF)
Turkey
- Spring: April–May
- Fall: October–November
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