AZ Bighorn Sheep Unit 16A

AZ 16A — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 16A spans extreme elevation variation—from desert floor at 452 feet to high country above 8,200 feet—across 1.58 million acres with strong public-land access (87%). This vertical range creates diverse bighorn habitat, from lower-elevation desert washes to steep canyon systems and high-country escarpments. Access is mixed: lower elevations offer road-accessible staging areas, while upper drainages and ridge systems require significant foot travel. Hunters should expect remote, broken terrain with limited water and sparse vegetation in dry years, demanding self-sufficiency and map-and-compass skills. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys show a..