Game Management Unit 6A (35.7586, -106.7093)
© OpenStreetMap contributorsGame Management Unit 6A
Game Management Unit 6A in Sandoval County covers the western Jemez Mountains, San Pedro Mountains, and Sierra Nacimiento foothills in central New Mexico, from approximately 5,050 to 10,601 feet elevation; the unit is heavily forested above 7,500 feet with sage and pinyon/juniper in the lower foothills. Huntable species include elk, mule deer, black bear, cougar, Merriam's turkey, and Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, with most big-game tags through the NMDGF draw. About 48% is public land via the Santa Fe National Forest; private land on the western edge and Jemez Pueblo lands in the south restrict access in some areas. A valid New Mexico hunting license is required. Consult NMDGF for current season dates and deadlines.
Elk, deer, bear, turkey and cougar are hunted in this Jemez Mountains unit; most big-game tags are issued through the NMDGF draw. Consult NMDGF for current season dates and application deadlines.
Roughly 48% public land, dominated by the Santa Fe National Forest, with private land on the western edge and the Jemez Pueblo lands in the south limiting access to some areas.
Data from New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. Conditions change — verify with the managing agency before you go.