Nevada Bighorn Sheep Hunting Units & Draw Odds
62 units · 91.4% avg hunter success
Nevada's bighorn sheep draw runs on a bonus-point system across 62 units, with nonresidents competing for 10% of available tags. Applications open March 23 and close May 13 each year, with results posted May 29. Nonresidents pay a $10 application fee plus a $1200 tag fee if drawn; residents pay $10 to apply and $120 for the tag. The units listed below show actual draw odds and harvest data from recent years, giving you a real picture of your chances at zero points and what hunters are actually killing once they draw. Use this to target units that fit your odds tolerance and hunt preference.
How the Nevada Draw Works
Draw system
Bonus points — each point multiplies your chances.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
Mar 23 – May 13(nonresident)
Results: May 29
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$10 app · $156 license · $1200 tag · $10 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.
1.9% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ewe
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
0.0% at zero points · Rifle, Any Ram
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 161 | — | 1.9%Rifle, Any Ewe | 100% | 99% |
| Unit 012 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 50% | 99% |
| Unit 032 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 92% |
| Unit 034 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 99% |
| Unit 035 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 87.5% | 82% |
| Unit 044 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 80% | 66% |
| Unit 068 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 51% |
| Unit 153 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 94% |
| Unit 162 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 50% | 100% |
| Unit 163 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 50% | 100% |
| Unit 181 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 65% |
| Unit 182 | — | 0.0%Rifle, Any Ram | 100% | 97% |
All Nevada Bighorn Sheep Units
Nevada Bighorn Sheep Draw FAQ
What are the Nevada bighorn sheep draw deadlines for 2026?
Applications open March 23 and close May 13. Results are posted May 29. Mark those dates on your calendar if you're planning to apply for a 2026 hunt.
How much does it cost to apply and hunt Nevada bighorn sheep as a nonresident?
The application fee is $10. If you draw a tag, the tag fee is $1200. Residents pay $10 to apply and $120 for the tag if drawn.
Do I need bonus points to draw a Nevada bighorn sheep tag?
Nevada uses a bonus-point system, but some units still have zero-point draws available. The units with 2022–2024 draw data show a range of odds at zero points, from 0.0% to 1.9%, depending on the unit and hunt type.
What's the harvest success rate on Nevada bighorn sheep hunts?
Harvest success varies by unit and year. Recent data shows success rates ranging from 50% to 100%, so your likelihood of filling a tag depends significantly on which unit you draw and your hunting skill.
Plan your Nevada Bighorn Sheep hunt — free account, no card. Run the draw simulator at your point level, see 2022–2024 data, and save units to compare.
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