2026 New Mexico Hunting License Fees
Non-Residents:
Elk Non-Resident License – $773.00
Deer Non-Resident License – $398.00
Antelope Non-Resident License – $423.00
Oryx Non-Resident License – $1,623.00
Turkey Non-Resident License – $13 (application fee only*)
Residents:
Elk Resident License – $100.00
Deer Resident License – $60.00
Antelope Resident License – $70.00
Oryx Resident License – $185.00
Turkey Resident License – $7 (application fee only*)
*Successful applicants must purchase a 2026-2027 Game-Hunting License or a Game-Hunting & Fishing License, plus the applicable over-the-counter license and stamp(s) beginning March 25.
Elk Season Dates 2026
Archery:
- Sept. 1-5
- Sept. 8-12
- Sept. 15-19
- Sept. 20-24
Muzzleloader:
- Youth & Mobility impaired: Oct. 10-14
- 1st Season: Oct. 17-21
- 2nd Season: Oct. 24-28
- 3rd Season: Nov. 14-18 / Nov. 21-25
Rifle:
- Youth & Mobility Impaired: Oct. 10-14
- 1st season: Oct. 17-21
- 2nd Season: Oct. 24-28
- Cow Elk Season: Dec. 5-9 / Dec. 12-16
Mule Deer Season Dates 2026
Muzzleloader:
- Oct. 31-Nov. 4
Rifle:
- Nov. 7-11
- Nov. 14-18




