Game Management Unit 42 (35.4159, -104.3421)
© OpenStreetMap contributorsGame Management Unit 42
Game Management Unit 42 spans the Canadian River canyon country and high plains of San Miguel County in northeastern New Mexico, including the Sabinoso Wilderness vicinity and the Mills Canyon breaks. Huntable species include mule deer, pronghorn, Barbary sheep, black bear, and cougar under NMDGF zone- and species-specific seasons. The unit has a higher proportion of private land with checkerboarded public parcels; Barbary sheep hunting often relies on landowner permission, with limited public options near the Canadian River Canyon and Mills Canyon areas. A valid New Mexico hunting license is required. Confirm dates and draw versus over-the-counter status with the current NM Hunting Rules & Information.
NMDGF manages deer, pronghorn, bear, cougar and Barbary sheep here under zone- and species-specific seasons (Barbary sheep has been offered over-the-counter in parts of the NE in some years); confirm dates and draw vs OTC with the current NM Hunting Rules & Information.
San Miguel County; a higher proportion of private land with checkerboarded public parcels — Barbary sheep hunting often relies on landowner permission, with limited public options near the Canadian River Canyon / Mills Canyon area.
Data from New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. Conditions change — verify with the managing agency before you go.