Scaled Quail Hunts in New Mexico

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Exclusive 3-Day Private Ranch Upland Hunt - Scaled & Bobwhite Quail, Lodging Without Food

Explore the eastern plains of New Mexico with our exclusive upland hunting experiences. We proudly offer Scaled (Blue) and Bobwhite quail hunts on a private 20,000-acre ranch and nearby public lands. Our private ranch hunts are a rare opportunity. With limited slots, these hunts are designed to preserve the bird population while offering a premium experience. Enjoy lodging at the historic Hart B Ranch lodge, with meal service available. The ranch’s controlled grazing practices and active wells maintain an ideal habitat for quail, ensuring exceptional hunting conditions. Embark on a hunting adventure steeped in history, conservation, and quality. Reserve your spot. All hunts include snacks at the lodge, drinks, and bar. transport from the lodge to the hunt areas.1-2 guides and up to 8 dogs as needed depending on number of hunters.

2600

LunaRita Outfitters

Fair Chase

Private

Lodge

Yes

Modern Climate Control

Bed

Meals Provided

Unspecified

2600

Includes Dogs

Exclusive 2-Day Private Ranch Upland Hunt - Scaled & Bobwhite Quail, Lodging and Food Included

Explore the eastern plains of New Mexico with our exclusive upland hunting experiences. We proudly offer Scaled (Blue) and Bobwhite quail hunts on a private 20,000-acre ranch and nearby public lands. Our private ranch hunts are a rare opportunity. With limited slots, these hunts are designed to preserve the bird population while offering a premium experience. Enjoy lodging at the historic Hart B Ranch lodge, with meal service available. The ranch’s controlled grazing practices and active wells maintain an ideal habitat for quail, ensuring exceptional hunting conditions. Embark on a hunting adventure steeped in history, conservation, and quality. Reserve your spot. All hunts include snacks at the lodge, drinks, and bar. Transport from the lodge to the hunt areas. 1-2 guides and up to 8 dogs as needed depending on number of hunters.

2000

LunaRita Outfitters

Fair Chase

Private

Lodge

Yes

Modern Climate Control

Bed

Meals Provided

Unspecified

2000

Includes Dogs

Exclusive 2-Day Private Ranch Upland Hunt - Scaled & Bobwhite Quail, Lodging Without Food

Explore the eastern plains of New Mexico with our exclusive upland hunting experiences. We proudly offer Scaled (Blue) and Bobwhite quail hunts on a private 20,000-acre ranch and nearby public lands. Our private ranch hunts are a rare opportunity. With limited slots, these hunts are designed to preserve the bird population while offering a premium experience. Enjoy lodging at the historic Hart B Ranch lodge, with meal service available. The ranch’s controlled grazing practices and active wells maintain an ideal habitat for quail, ensuring exceptional hunting conditions. Embark on a hunting adventure steeped in history, conservation, and quality. Reserve your spot. All hunts include snacks at the lodge, drinks, and bar. transport from the lodge to the hunt areas. 1-2 guides and up to 8 dogs as needed depending on number of hunters.

1800

LunaRita Outfitters

Fair Chase

Private

Lodge

Yes

Modern Climate Control

Bed

Meals Provided

Unspecified

1800

Includes Dogs

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About Our Scaled Quail Hunts in New Mexico

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Summary & Terrain

Eastern New Mexico’s high plains offer some of the best scaled quail hunting in the country, with sprawling private ranches and adjacent public lands providing ideal habitat. Rolling grasslands interspersed with mesquite draws, rocky outcrops and managed water sources create pockets where scaled quail thrive in healthy coveys. Well-maintained grazing rotations and strategically placed wells ensure birds concentrate in predictable areas. Hunters stay in a comfortable lodge near the fields, enjoying hearty meals, snacks and refreshments before and after each outing.

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Difficulty & Strategy

Scaled quail hunts here are rated easy to moderate, suitable for most levels of upland enthusiasts. Guided teams typically employ 1–2 seasoned outfitters and a cadre of pointing dogs to locate and flush coveys at flush distances of 15–30 yards. Hunts involve walking three to six miles per day over gently rolling terrain; occasional vehicle or ATV transfers help access more distant zones. Public-land trips can demand a bit more glassing and footwork in thicker cover, while private-ranch hunts often produce high flush rates in open paterns that reward steady shooting.

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Amenities

Scaled quail hunts in New Mexico are based out of well-appointed lodges featuring comfortable bedrooms with standard beds and full modern climate control. Each lodge provides reliable heating and air conditioning to maintain pleasant temperatures year-round. Accommodations are designed for convenience and relaxation after a day afield, with private or semi-private sleeping quarters, common areas for gathering, and easy access to the quail hunting zones.

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Season & Additional Info

The prime season runs from early fall through midwinter (approximately October–February), when quail densities peak and cooler temperatures make fieldwork comfortable. Most packages are one- or two-day adventures but can be extended by request. All hunts include guide services, dog handling, field dressing, transport to and from hunting areas, lodging, meals and basic meat processing. Hunters need only bring a suitable upland shotgun, shells and a New Mexico small-game license. Small group sizes and careful habitat management ensure a quality, conservation-minded upland experience.

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Pricing

Scaled quail hunts in New Mexico typically run around $2,350 per person for multi-day packages. At the entry level, this price generally covers 2½ to 3-day guided hunts out of well-appointed lodges, group guide-to-hunter ratios (often 2:1), all meals, bird cleaning and field processing. Mid-tier offerings may reduce group size, include private or semi-private rooms, extend hunting hours, and add extras such as guide-guided warm-up shooting and expanded bird limits. At the top end, hunters can expect custom itineraries on private ranches, one-on-one guide service, premium lodging upgrades and opportunities to extend the hunt into additional upland species or bird counts—all while retaining the modern comforts of climate-controlled accommodations and full lodge amenities.

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Scaled Quail Hunts in New Mexico

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