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New MexicoBighorn Sheep

NM Bighorn Sheep Unit 27

Total Acres
662,753
Public Land
69%
Elevation
3,862–6,901 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Rifle (Bhs-1-204) — Bhs-1-204Nov 16, 2026Nov 30, 2026male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
27
Avg Score
176.9
Top Score
188.2
Recent (5yr)
3

AI Scout Analysis

# NM 27 Bighorn Sheep — Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Access** Unit 27 spans 662,753 acres across a 3,000-foot elevation range (3,862–6,901 ft) with 68.5% public land. This large, mixed-elevation unit offers desert and transitional bighorn habitat. The significant public land base provides DIY access opportunities, though remote terrain and bighorn distribution require extensive glassing and hiking. **Herd Quality** Trophy record data from Hidalgo County (which overlaps this unit) shows strong...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
6 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle (Bhs-1-204)resident6,66224
2023Rifle (Bhs-1-204)nonresident2,2192
2023Rifle (Bhs-1-204)outfitter2,7653

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Rifle (Bhs-1-204)2626100.0%