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NevadaBighorn Sheep

NV Bighorn Sheep Unit 162

Total Acres
1,247,049
Public Land
100%
Wilderness
7%
Elevation
5,409–10,864 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026RifleNov 20, 2026Jan 1, 2027

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
75
Avg Score
172.4
Top Score
184.8
Recent (5yr)
8

AI Scout Analysis

# NV 162 — Desert Bighorn Sheep Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 162 spans 1.25 million acres of rugged high-elevation terrain (5,400–10,860 ft) with 99.8% public land, offering expansive hunting opportunities across varied bighorn habitat. Access is unrestricted, though the vast acreage and elevation demand solid backcountry fitness and preparation. ## Herd Quality & Population Trophy record data from Nye County (81% overlap) shows consistent production over decades, with recent...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
2 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle (Any Ram)resident2321

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle (Any Ram)11100.0%