Wyoming Bighorn Sheep Hunting Units & Draw Odds
19 units · 77.1% avg hunter success
Wyoming's bighorn sheep draw operates on a preference point system, giving you a real shot at one of the West's toughest hunts. Nonresidents draw 16% of available tags across 19 units, competing in a preference-based pool where your accumulated points improve your odds each year you don't draw. Plan ahead: applications open January 2 and close April 30, with results on May 21. A nonresident bighorn tag runs $3,002 plus a $15 application fee. The unit data here—covering harvest success rates from recent years—shows you which areas have produced and which haven't, so you can make an informed choice about where to put in.
How the Wyoming Draw Works
Draw system
Preference points — the highest point holders draw first.
Nonresident allocation: 16% of tags
2026 application window
Jan 2 – Apr 30(nonresident)
Results: May 21
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$15 app · $0 license · $3002 tag · $150 point
Most Attainable Bighorn Sheep Draws for Nonresidents (2023 Results)
The lowest point level that actually drew each hunt — drawn from real results. No point level draws these hunts with certainty; treat these as history, not a promise.
22 pts last drew · Type 1
22 pts last drew · Type 1
22 pts last drew · Type 1
23 pts last drew · Type 1
23 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
24 pts last drew · Type 1
| Unit | Last drew at | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 6 | 22 ptsType 1 | 100% | 97% |
| Unit 8 | 22 pts('22)Type 1 | 50% | 84% |
| Unit 22 | 22 pts('22)Type 1 | 0% | 85% |
| Unit 21 | 23 ptsType 1 | 100% | 73% |
| Unit 24 | 23 pts('22)Type 1 | 0% | 100% |
| Unit 10 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 100% | 93% |
| Unit 4 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 94.4% | 100% |
| Unit 1 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 87.5% | 93% |
| Unit 5 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 84.6% | 74% |
| Unit 2 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 74.1% | 86% |
| Unit 3 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 70% | 93% |
| Unit 7 | 24 pts('24)Type 1 | 63.6% | 98% |
All Wyoming Bighorn Sheep Units
Wyoming Bighorn Sheep Draw FAQ
When do I apply for Wyoming bighorn sheep as a nonresident?
Applications open January 2 and close April 30. Results come out May 21. Your application fee is $15, and if you draw, the tag costs $3,002.
How does Wyoming's preference point system work for bighorn sheep?
Wyoming uses a preference point system where accumulated points improve your chances each draw cycle. You're competing in a nonresident pool for 16% of available tags. The system rewards patience—the more years you apply without drawing, the stronger your position.
What are my odds of drawing a Wyoming bighorn sheep tag as a nonresident?
Specific draw odds depend on how many preference points you hold and total applicants in your pool that year. Wyoming publishes detailed draw results, so check back after the May 21 announcement to see point cutoffs and success rates for your unit of interest.
Which Wyoming bighorn units have the best success rates?
Unit 6 and Unit 21 both recorded 100% harvest success in recent years. Unit 8 showed 50% success. Units 22 and 24 did not produce harvestable sheep in their most recent data. Unit selection matters as much as draw luck.
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