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NevadaBighorn Sheep

NV Bighorn Sheep Unit 282

Total Acres
265,797
Public Land
100%
Elevation
2,854–6,531 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026RifleDec 20, 2026Jan 4, 2027

Trophy Data

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

AI Scout Analysis

# NV 282 – Desert Bighorn Sheep Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 282 spans 2,854–6,531 feet across nearly 266,000 acres of virtually all public land, providing excellent accessibility for a bighorn hunt. Desert terrain with significant elevation variation offers diverse hunting conditions; forum reports mention good water and feed availability, with elk sightings along I-80 suggesting active wildlife use. One recent note warns of fire-affected areas — check with NDOW before planning...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
2 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2022Rifle (Any Ram)resident931

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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