Arizona Bighorn Sheep Hunting Units & Draw Odds
39 units · 87.6% avg hunter success
Arizona's bighorn sheep draw runs on a bonus-point system, giving nonresidents a 10% allocation of available tags. The 2026 regular draw closes June 2, with results posted June 23—mark your calendar if you're applying from out of state. Nonresident application fees run $15, while the tag fee is $1815 if drawn. We've compiled hunt data from 39 units across Arizona, including detailed results from five key units with rifle ram hunts. You'll see draw percentages, harvest success rates, and tag numbers so you can compare your options before entering. The bonus system means every application counts, even at zero points.
How the Arizona Draw Works
Draw system
Bonus points — each point multiplies your chances.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
— – Jun 2(nonresident)
Results: Jun 23
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$15 app · $160 license · $1815 tag · $15 point
Easiest Bighorn Sheep Draws for Nonresidents (2023 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6501
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6001
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6002
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6002
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6002
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6006
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6008
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6008
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6010
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6011
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6012
0.0% at zero points · Rifle Ram #6013
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | — | 0.0%Rifle Ram #6501 | 100% | 94% |
| Unit 10 | — | 0.0%('24)Rifle Ram #6001 | 0% | 40% |
| Unit 12A | — | 0.0%('24)Rifle Ram #6002 | 100% | 100% |
| Unit 12B | — | 0.0%('24)Rifle Ram #6002 | 100% | 99% |
| Unit 13A | — | 0.0%('24)Rifle Ram #6002 | 100% | 95% |
| Unit 13B | — | 0.0%('24)Rifle Ram #6006 | 100% | 100% |
| Unit 15A | — | 0.0%Rifle Ram #6008 | 0% | 84% |
| Unit 15B | — | 0.0%Rifle Ram #6008 | 100% | 100% |
| Unit 15C | — | 0.0%Rifle Ram #6010 | 100% | 83% |
| Unit 15D | — | 0.0%('22)Rifle Ram #6011 | 100% | 69% |
| Unit 16A | — | 0.0%('22)Rifle Ram #6012 | 100% | 87% |
| Unit 18B | — | 0.0%('22)Rifle Ram #6013 | 100% | 63% |
All Arizona Bighorn Sheep Units
Arizona Bighorn Sheep Draw FAQ
When does the Arizona bighorn sheep nonresident draw close?
The 2026 regular draw closes June 2, with results announced June 23. Mark those dates now if you're planning to apply from out of state.
What do I pay to apply and hunt Arizona bighorn sheep as a nonresident?
The application fee is $15. If you draw a tag, the tag fee is $1815. Budget both when planning your draw applications.
Can I draw Arizona bighorn sheep with zero points?
Yes. Our data shows zero-point hunters drew tags in Units 1, 10, 12A, 12B, and 13A in recent years. Arizona runs a bonus system, so every application has a chance regardless of points held.
How many bighorn sheep units does Arizona have?
Arizona manages 39 units with bighorn sheep hunts. We track draw results and harvest success across multiple units to help you identify which ones fit your hunting goals.
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