AZ Bighorn Sheep Unit 5A

AZ 5A — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access AZ 5A spans nearly 443,000 acres across rugged desert mountain country, with elevation ranging from below 5,000 feet to over 8,000 feet. Nearly 70% public land provides solid access, though bighorn sheep terrain is inherently demanding—steep canyon systems and rocky ridgelines characterize quality habitat. Hunters should expect physically demanding pursuits on foot across broken terrain; vehicle access is limited in the high country where rams concentrate. Herd Quality Recent wildlife surveys document a strong buck:doe ratio of 68:100—well above the average threshold of 35:100 for desert bighorn. This ratio,..