ID Bighorn Sheep Unit 36

ID 36 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access ID 36 spans 672,423 acres of entirely public land across steep, high-elevation country (5,656–11,267 ft). The unit's roughly one-fifth wilderness designation reflects rugged alpine terrain interspersed with accessible backcountry and ridgeline routes. Elevation relief is substantial — hunters will contend with significant vertical gain and exposure to unpredictable alpine weather. The mix of public access and wilderness allows both guided and self-sufficient hunters to operate, though success demands solid mountaineering fitness and route-finding ability. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping ID 36 hold a modest record-book history, with trophy-class bighorn..