UT Bighorn Sheep Unit Nine Mile, Jack Creek

UT Nine Mile, Jack Creek — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access Nine Mile spans a dramatic 5,956-foot elevation range—from high desert scrub at 4,200 feet to alpine terrain above 10,000 feet. This vertical relief creates distinct habitat zones and extended hunting seasons relative to lower-elevation units. Ninety percent public land provides exceptional access freedom across most of the unit's 2.2 million acres, minimizing pressure from private boundaries and allowing hunters to capitalize on terrain diversity. The unit's size and elevation spread demand strong navigation and pack-out capability. Bighorn sheep hunting in this terrain requires willingness to travel steep..