At a Glance
Quick Tips
- Noisy pumps don't bother game animals
- Find water sources to find game




Hunters in New Mexico's Unit 2B found it beneficial to focus on areas where the terrain offers diverse vegetation and water sources, as these are crucial for locating game during varied seasons. Several users reported that understanding the draw odds beforehand aided in realistic planning and setting appropriate expectations. Comments also suggested that scouting for elk early in the morning or late afternoon yielded the best results, aligning with typical game behavior patterns. Insights shared emphasized the importance of familiarizing oneself with the unit’s terrain and adjusting strategies according to seasonal changes and weather conditions to ensure a successful hunt.
Bordering Colorado and the west side of the Jicarilla Apache Indian Reservation, this unit has produced many high-scoring mule deer and also provides opportunities for Elk, antelope and Black bear.
Hunters have more opportunities to take larger bucks in cold and snowy weather than in dry years with mild weather. Antelope can be tough to find but small herds of elk can be found in secluded pockets and on private land located throughout the unit. The last rifle deer season can be better than earlier gun seasons for a successful hunt. January archery deer season can be good.