Hunt bull elk on a sprawling 10,000-acre private ranch in New Mexico’s Unit 5A, bordering over 6 miles of the Jicarilla Apache Reservation. This prime location creates a natural corridor for elk movement, with bulls regularly pushing onto the ranch from the surrounding tribal lands where hunting pressure is minimal. Trophy quality on this ranch runs 300 to 350 inches on bull elk.
The terrain is physically easy — most hunting is conducted via pickups and UTVs across open meadows, rolling hills, and scattered pinyon-juniper breaks. Whether you’re spot-and-stalking across open country or sitting a strategic blind or stand, this ranch offers consistent opportunities at quality bulls without the grueling mountain grind of backcountry hunts.
Archery hunters will experience the peak of the rut in September, with bulls bugling across the property. Rifle hunters take advantage of later season dates when elk are moving predictably between feed and cover. The ranch also holds an excellent mule deer population, making it an ideal destination for a combo hunt.
Private land vouchers are included, meaning your tags are guaranteed — no draw required. You’ll stay in a comfortable lodge right on the ranch with home-cooked meals, and your guides handle all in-field trophy care so you can focus on the hunt.
Pricing Details
- Cow Elk Hunt — $4,000 per hunter
- Elk/Mule Deer Combo — $14,500 per hunter (2×1 guiding)
- Archery Deer Hunt — $6,500 per hunter
- Muzzleloader Deer Hunt — $8,500 per hunter
- Upgrade to 1×1 guiding — add $1,000
- New Mexico Hunting License: $94
- Elk Tag: $793
- Deer Tag (combo only): $398
What’s Included
- Fully guided hunt (2×1 standard, 1×1 available)
- Private land access — 10,000 acres
- Private land vouchers (guaranteed tags, no draw)
- Lodging at the ranch lodge
- All meals
- In-field trophy care (skinning and caping)
- UTV and vehicle transportation during the hunt
What’s Not Included
- New Mexico hunting license and tags
- Game processing and meat shipping
- Airfare and travel to Ojito, NM
- Airport pickup (available from Durango, CO — arranged separately)
- Gratuities
- Taxidermy
- New Mexico state tax (5.84%)
Transport
Drive to Ojito, New Mexico. If flying, the nearest airport is Durango, Colorado — airport pickup can be arranged separately. Once on the ranch, all hunting is conducted via pickups and UTVs.
Hunt Style
Spot and stalk, hunting blinds, and stands across 10,000 acres of private land. The terrain is rolling hills, open meadows, and pinyon-juniper breaks — physically easy and accessible by vehicle.
Physical Level — Easy
Trip Requirements
-Valid New Mexico hunting license required
-Hunter safety card required if born after 1949
-Hunter orange hat and vest required during rifle seasons
-50% deposit required to secure dates
-Balance due 60 days prior to hunt
WO Trip Protection
For 5% of your trip cost, we guarantee your hunt. If the outfitter cancels, goes out of business, or a wildfire shuts down the area — we rebook you on a comparable hunt at no extra cost.
Ask your consultant about adding trip protection when you book.
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