CO Bighorn Sheep Unit S70 — FOSSIL RIDGE

CO S70 – FOSSIL RIDGE. Terrain & Access Fossil Ridge spans 7,940–13,264 feet across 104,098 acres in the central Colorado high country, with 93% public land predominantly on national forest. The 16% wilderness designation reflects alpine and subalpine terrain above timberline. High elevation supports classic bighorn sheep habitat—rocky peaks, alpine meadows, and cliff systems typical of sheep range. Access routes and trailheads are tied to proximity to major drainages and passes; the high public-land percentage ensures broad opportunity to hike and glass from public ground. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping this unit hold a strong record of..