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NevadaBighorn Sheep

NV Bighorn Sheep Unit 271

Total Acres
568,281
Public Land
96%
Elevation
1,507–7,384 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026RifleNov 20, 2026Jan 1, 2027

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
256
Avg Score
172.1
Top Score
184.9
Recent (5yr)
12

AI Scout Analysis

# NV 271 Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access NV 271 spans 568,281 acres across a dramatic 1,507–7,384 ft elevation gradient with 96% public land access. This is excellent for DIY hunters, though the wide elevation range means understanding seasonal bighorn movement (lower desert in winter, high escape terrain in summer) is critical for hunt timing. ## Herd Quality & Trophy Potential Trophy data indicates the area (Lincoln and Clark County overlap) has strong historical bighorn quality, with...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Rifle (1-Horn Ram)resident981
2023Rifle (Any Ram)resident2854
2023Rifle (Any Ram)nonresident7631

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023Rifle (Any Ram)4375.0%
2023Rifle (Any Ram)11100.0%