WY Bighorn Sheep Unit 3 — Wapiti Ridge
Season DatesDraft
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — Type 1 | Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — Type 1 | Sep 1, 2026 — Oct 31, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
Herd Data
Buck : Doe
64per 100
2024 Survey
Fawn : Doe
49per 100
2024 Survey
Population Est.
4,630
2024 Survey
AI Scout Analysis
# WY 3 - Wapiti Ridge: Bighorn Sheep Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access This high-elevation alpine unit (4,827–12,146 ft) spans 456,000 acres with 93% public land—excellent access. However, **65% wilderness designation means nonresidents must hire a licensed Wyoming outfitter**; this is mandatory state law. For guided nonresidents, the vast public acreage and alpine terrain offer strong hunting opportunity. Unguided nonresidents are not practical here. ## Herd Quality Wildlife surveys show...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | Type 1 | nonresident | 162 | 0 |
| 2023 | Type 1 | resident | 483 | 5 |
| 2023 | Type 1 (Pref Point) | nonresident | 164 | 2 |
| 2023 | Type 1 (Pref Point) | resident | 501 | 18 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | All Types | 24 | 18 | 75.0% |