Ridgeline Outfitters

Ridgeline Outfitters operates private ranch elk hunts in Unit 46 near Ocate in Northeast New Mexico—the only unit in the state that's entirely private. This matters because it means consistent animal quality and no crowding.

• •Bow season: September 1-24. Pick any five consecutive days.
• •Rifle season: October 1 through December 31. Pick any five consecutive days.
• •Late-season cow hunts: January, 3-day fully outfitted packages at affordable pricing.

Terrain is mild compared to other NM units—cedar-juniper canyons with glassing opportunities, averaging 6,800' elevation. Trophy bulls average 325 pounds with 350+ class bulls possible.

Spot and stalk or ambush hunting from blinds. Rifle hunters should be comfortable with shots from 200-400 yards. Muzzleloader hunts offer a more challenging experience. Archery hunts (20-60 yard range) require close contact and zero margin for error—guides here have years of experience.

Packages include: - Fully guided 1-on-1 or 2-on-1 - Unguided options - Guide-only (you handle meals/lodging) - All-inclusive (guides, meals, accommodations)

"Trophy elk average about 325 with potential opportunities at bigger 350 class bulls."

Arizona big game hunting is widely considered the best in the world. Ridgeline hunts units 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, 7W, 8, 9, 10, and 27—all with potential for enormous bulls. Guides have intimate knowledge of terrain throughout the state.

• •Hunt methods: Archery, muzzleloader, rifle.

Non-resident tags are tough to draw (16% of available tags go to non-residents). Ridgeline uses the Outfitters Pool lottery—only outfitters can enter hunters here, dramatically improving odds.

Public land units hunted: 12, 13, 15, 17, 16A, 16D, 16E, and 34.

Forest hunts: - Gila National Forest (Southwest NM) - Lincoln National Forest (South Central NM) - Cibola National Forest (Western NM)

Rifle and muzzleloader hunts typically start mid-October. Success rates are very high.

• •Guaranteed landowner tags available for public lands (rifle, muzzleloader, archery).

Mule Deer (NM & AZ) - Private and public land hunts in New Mexico - Arizona archery-only (over-the-counter in many units) - Coues Whitetail available on high-quality areas

Pronghorn Antelope - Over 160 private acres - Nearly 100% success rate - Hunters average upper 70s; Boone & Crockett class is common - Archery, muzzleloader, rifle options

Oryx - White Sands Missile Range (South Central NM) or surrounding public lands - Described as one of the most exciting NM hunts

Barbary Sheep - Public and private land throughout New Mexico

• •Turkey Hunts available (listed on website).

Ridgeline handles tag application services and license setup. Important draw deadlines:

• •Private Landowner Tags available through the outfitter.

Mailing Address: Ridgeline Outfitters PO Box 1697 Los Lunas, NM 87031

Physical Location: 1239 Sunflower Ave Belen, NM 87002

• •Phone: 602-469-1646
• •Email: [email protected]

Ridgeline provides guidance on gear to pack. Processing available through North Park Big Game Processing. 2019 hunt brochure available on request.