Elk

William Bartlett reintroduced elk to New Mexico and Vermejo in 1910. For 100 years, Vermejo’s staff has managed the free-range herd, which now numbers 9,000 animals. The unique, fair-chase environment covers 585,000 acres of the nation’s best elk habitat, and the Ranch’s low hunter density means you harvest mature animals. Trophy bulls average approximately six years of age, six-by-six (or better) and will score above 300 B&C.

Each hunt is five days long. There are six rifle elk hunts and two archery hunts conducted between September and late November. Hunter success is over 90 percent, thanks in part to our experienced guides.

Rates for 2011 Hunting Seasons

***Please contact Vermejo (575.445.3097) to schedule your 2011 hunt now.***

Archery Hunt

Archery Hunt 1

Cost: $11,500 per hunter, 1-1 guide. There will be a $2500 kill fee assessed once an elk has been taken.
Dates: Arrive September 10, Depart September 16; Hunt September 11-15

Archery Hunt 2

Cost: $12,500 per hunter, 1-1 guide. There will be a $2500 kill fee assessed once an elk has been taken.
Dates: Arrive September 17, Depart September 23; Hunt September 18-22

NOTE: Pricing for Archery Hunts is structured as $10,000 base fee, with added harvest fee. (Add a Management Deer for a $1,000 harvest fee.)

Rifle Hunts

Hunt 1

Cost: $12,000 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $14,500 per hunter for a private guide
Guests may choose to stay at the exclusive Costilla Lodge for an additional, one-time $500 charge.
Dates: Arrive September 30, Depart October 6; Hunt October 1-October 5

Hunt 2

Cost: $12,000 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $14,500 per hunter for a private guide
Guests may choose to stay at the exclusive Costilla Lodge for an additional, one-time $500 charge.
Dates: Arrive October 7, Depart October 13; Hunt October 8-12

Hunt 3

Cost: $9,500 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $12,500 per hunter for a private guide
Guests may choose to stay at the exclusive Costilla Lodge for an additional, one-time $500 charge.
Dates:  Arrive October 14, Depart October 20; Hunt October 15-19

Hunt 4

Cost: $9,500 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $12,500 per hunter for a private guide
Mule deer may be added for an additional $5,500 trophy fee.
Dates: Arrive October 26, Depart November 1; Hunt October 27-October 31

Hunt 5

Cost: $9,500 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $12,500 per hunter for a private guide
Dates: Arrive November 5, Depart November 11; Hunt November 6-10

Hunt 6

Cost: $9,500 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $12,500 per hunter for a private guide
Dates: Arrive November 12, Depart November 18; Hunt November 13-17

Hunt 7

Cost: $9,500 per hunter with one guide for two hunters
          $12,500 per hunter for a private guide
Dates: Arrive December 3, Depart December 9; Hunt December 4-8

NOTE: Youth Hunter under age 18 may accompany trophy elk hunter and can harvest a cow elk at no additional charge.