Game Management Unit 51B (36.4544, -106.5963)
© OpenStreetMap contributorsGame Management Unit 51B
Game Management Unit 51B in Rio Arriba County, north-central New Mexico, spans elevations from approximately 6,200 to 8,100 feet across rolling mountains and mesas, with the steepest terrain above river drainages, sandstone cliffs along the Chama, and pinyon-juniper grading to ponderosa above roughly 7,500 feet. Elk, mule deer, black bear, and cougar are huntable through the NMDGF draw. About 66% of the unit is public land — a mix of BLM, state, and Forest Service land including the eastern Chama River Wilderness (no vehicle access) — while private land in the northeast limits access. A valid New Mexico hunting license is required. Confirm seasons and draw deadlines with NMDGF.
A Rio Arriba unit known for good numbers of elk on public land with limited mule deer; black bear (NMDGF Bear Zone 1) and cougar are huntable. Confirm seasons and draw with NMDGF.
About 66% public land — a mix of BLM, state, and Forest Service land including the eastern Chama River Wilderness (no vehicles); private land in the northeast limits access.
Data from New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. Conditions change — verify with the managing agency before you go.