Our Specialized Hunting Experiences
Checkout all the types of hunting experience we offer in Southern New Mexico.
Mountain Lion Hunts
Elk Hunts
Bear Hunts
Mule Deer Hunts
Exotic Hunts
Mule Deer Hunts
We offer Mule Deer hunts where we are typically hunting desert mule deer.
Our mule deer typically are not what you are going to see in Colorado and North with the exception of drawing some highly sought-after tags in Northern New Mexico.
Hunting desert mule deer in southern New Mexico can be a very rewarding and exciting hunt. These tags when applied for in the draw with us as your outfitter have fairly good odds of drawing a tag.
Our mule deer hunts you can expect average bucks in the 120-140 range, but the opportunity at 170+ buck does exist. These hunts would be great if you are looking for the opportunity to hunt mule deer but aren’t set on a 200-inch giant. Hunting mule deer in our typical hunt areas is a great time and will undoubtedly be a fun hunt. We have hunted mule deer all over the country and I still love to have the opportunity to hunt our mule deer here at home.
Mule Deer hunts start in September and run through January depending on the hunt choice.






Elk Hunts
These hunts typically start the 1st of September and Continue through Christmas depending on the hunt choice.
Being located in southern New Mexico we live and hunt elk in some of the best elk country there is. We pride ourselves in harvesting good mature bulls. We are willing to take the time and hunt for the bull you are going to be happy taking home.
These hunts are drawn hunts on public land. We also sometimes have landowner tags available.
Apply with us as your outfitter to increase you draw opportunity! We can coach you through the units we recommend to meet your goals and abilities. Average bulls are 300-320 with our top end bulls being 370+.
If you are looking for an awesome opportunity to hunt New Mexico Elk with guides who have been hunting them and calling the area they live home their whole life reach out to us today.








Black Bear Hunts
These hunts take place from August 16th to December 15th.
Our black bear hunts utilize different hunting strategies including hunting from trucks, UTV, on foot, and on mules. We use our highly trained bear hounds to tree or bring bears to bay where we can size up the animal to ensure the harvest of your dream animal.
These hunts are typically done in the warmer months of the year near the end of our monsoon season making for an opportunity to see New Mexico during the wettest time of the year typically with a lot of green sure to be some great views and a memorable experience. Our bears usually average around 200 pounds with the larger bears pushing 400 pounds. Our hunt areas have a variety color phase bears making for some unique harvest opportunities.








Mountain Lion Hunts
Our mountain lion hunts take place November-April.
One of our favorite species to hunt in New Mexico. Our mountain lion hunts take place on dry ground off mules, or from trucks on the snow. We utilize a pack of highly trained hounds to find lions in some of the most awesome country in New Mexico.
These hunts are action-packed and full of adventure guaranteed to be an experience you won’t forget.








Exotic Hunts
Barbary Sheep, Oryx, Ibex
We offer unique hunting opportunities in southern New Mexico with the availability of drawing tags for Barbary Sheep, Oryx, and Ibex.
All of these species are free-range hunts on public land which provide a hunting opportunity that is unique and very memorable. All of these animals offer their challenges to hunt and our guides have had successful opportunities to hunt and guide for all of these species.
Apply in the New Mexico draw with us to increase your draw odds.
These hunts have opportunities to hunt all year. We are also located in an area where we can take you hunting for barbary sheep all year on an over-the-counter tag.








Join Us on Your Next Adventure
If you’re looking for a hunting experience like no other, guided by local experts who live and breathe the sport, Southern New Mexico Outfitters is your destination.
Let us help you discover the thrill of hunting in the Southern New Mexico desert. Whether it’s the adventure of chasing mountain lions, the challenge of a black bear hunt, or the allure of hunting exotic species, we’re here to make your dream hunt a reality.