With our favorite hunting trade shows back on the calendar for 2022, we’re looking forward to seeing many of you in person again! We always enjoy the opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new ones at these events. If you’ve been interested in a...
Having spent my career in the hunting industry, one of the questions I am asked most frequently is, “Why hunt New Mexico?” When answering this question, am I biased? You bet. But after hunting and guiding in other western states, there’s no doubt that New Mexico...
In a state that’s known for big bull elk, New Mexico mule deer hunts often fly under the radar. But these hunts can produce some trophy quality bucks. The late season mule deer hunts are a favorite among our guides. The climate and habitat here are great for growing...
No matter what big game species you’re hunting in New Mexico, quality hunting optics are an important part of the equation. This country is big and open, often requiring us to glass long distances. What’s more, drawing a big game tag in New Mexico can be a big deal...
New Mexico is full of surprises when it comes to big game. Most hunters already know about the world-class elk hunting. There are also outstanding opportunities to hunt oryx, Barbary sheep (aoudad), mule deer, record-book pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep and desert...
Elk are notoriously difficult to pin down and the hunters consistently harvesting animals are systematic and skilled in their approach to every hunt. It doesn’t matter if you’re elk hunting in New Mexico or in Washington; these common mistakes will hurt your chances...
Hunters often ask us for a rifle recommendation when planning a New Mexico hunt. What’s the best rifle for a pronghorn hunt? What’s the best rifle for an elk hunt? Our recommendation is simple. Have one rifle that you know extremely well and use it for everything....
Our 2021 New Mexico pronghorn hunting has been an absolute blast! First and most importantly, we’d like to extend a big thanks to the wonderful hunters who joined us this year. It has been a pleasure hunting with each one of you. We hope to see you back here in...
We’ve been guiding muzzleloader elk hunts in New Mexico for years. But over the past several years, Best of the West Muzzleloaders have fundamentally changed our success on black powder elk hunts. That might sound like hyperbole. But it’s a fact. To learn...
No matter where you find yourself hunting elk this fall, there are a couple of universal things you can do to improve your chances of elk hunting success. And beyond just elk hunting, these principles could apply to any other type of hunt. On a long hunt, it can be...
Summer Oryx hunting is one of the greatest big game hunting opportunities that New Mexico has to offer. It happens at a time of year when there’s little if any other hunting available. The meat is absolutely some of the best game meat in the world. And it’s an...
New Mexico may not be known for sheer numbers of pronghorn, especially compared to destinations like Wyoming. However, when it comes to quality and trophy potential, it would be difficult to top pronghorn hunting in New Mexico. When folks ask us about our antelope...
After the New Mexico big game draw, we inevitably receive questions about landowner tags in New Mexico. If I didn’t draw, can I still hunt New Mexico this year? Are landowner tags available? How much do they cost? Here’s a quick breakdown of what you need to know...
The opportunity to hunt Barbary sheep among free-range, wild herds is something uniquely available in in New Mexico. These are bar-none some of the best hunting experiences that New Mexico has to offer. Here are a few of the top reasons why we love hunting Barbary...
At LOH Outfitters, our elk hunters have exceptional success rates for mature bull elk. We focus on some of the best New Mexico elk units for trophy bulls, including the remote Gila Wilderness and Cibola National Forest. Every hunt is unique. Each unit offers something...
Across the western United States, there are seemingly endless options for hunters looking for an elk hunting outfitter. I speak with hundreds of hunters each year and as a consumer, I know how daunting this search can be. How you find the right elk hunting outfitter?...
The off-season is the time to dial in your gear and make sure everything is ready for the hunting season. Don’t procrastinate and cram your to-do list into the final weeks before the hunt. Start now, and use this time to properly prepare. See our previous article on...
Over the coming spring and summer months, this is the perfect time to prep for the hunting season. Take the time during the off-season to get your gear dialed in. One of the first things on your off-season to-do list should be finishing any necessary changes to your...
The New Mexico elk hunting season is on the horizon. It’s time to get ready for a guided New Mexico hunt of a lifetime. Our hunts boast a 90+% shot opportunity and the trophy quality is exceptional. Hunters should arrive ready to hike hard, glass hard, and hunt hard....
The New Mexico application deadline is March 17, 2021. If you’re interested in hunting elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, Barbary sheep, pronghorn, or Oryx this year, it’s time to plan your hunt. All applications must be submitted by the March 17th deadline. Here’s what...
Oryx hunting in New Mexico is an action-packed hunt. And it’s the only place in North America to hunt them free range! These are beautiful animals that make exceptional trophies. And the meat is some of the finest wild game you’ll find anywhere. If you’re interested...
Hunt Barbary Sheep (Aoudad) with us in New Mexico! We have a last minute opening for a Barbary Sheep hunt in New Mexico. Ditch the snow and come hunt with us in sunny New Mexico this month. If you’re interested in this opportunity, call Jerry directly at...
Whether you’re coming to New Mexico for a bow hunt, muzzleloader hunt or rifle hunt, it’s important to come prepared and confident in your weapon. Elk are big, tough animals. In the following video, Jerry outlines some of our weapon recommendations for a New Mexico...
We had a great November full of memorable muzzleloader and rifle hunts for elk and mule deer. Some of the late season hunts were challenging, but that just comes with the territory. Here’s a quick update on the November hunts here in New Mexico: November kicked off...
As we look forward to a new year of elk hunting in New Mexico, we hope many of you are also getting excited about next year’s hunting plans. No sooner does one season end, than planning for the next one begins! When it comes to planning a New Mexico elk hunt, from the...
