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NevadaBighorn Sheep

NV Bighorn Sheep Unit 262

Total Acres
1,370,765
Public Land
91%
Wilderness
6%
Elevation
2,048–11,831 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026RifleNov 20, 2026Jan 1, 2027

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
214
Avg Score
172.1
Top Score
184.9
Recent (5yr)
7

AI Scout Analysis

# NV 262 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** NV 262 spans 1.37 million acres across extreme elevation (2,048–11,831 ft) with 91% public land. This is high-elevation desert bighorn country with significant terrain variation—expect rugged canyon systems and rocky ridges accessible via rim hiking and demanding stalks. **Herd & Population** Trophy record data (Clark County overlap) shows desert bighorn sheep with a strong historical foundation: the county averages around 172 in the record books....

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
4 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle (1-Horn Ram)resident3563
2023Rifle (Any Ram)resident2793

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle (Any Ram)3266.7%