NM Mule Deer Unit 6A

# NM Unit 6A — Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 6A spans 5,049–10,601 ft with 90% public land (BLM/National Forest), offering mixed elevation and diverse habitat. High public access should simplify logistics, though the noted severe drought in southern New Mexico may concentrate deer around reliable water sources on private inholdings. Some public lands operate under unitization agreements affecting where you can legally hunt — verify current access maps before your trip. ## Herd & Trophy Potential **Mule Deer**: Sandoval County (which overlaps this unit 88%) has produced 3 record-book entries since 2014 (avg 205.7). The 2014 buck...