WY Bighorn Sheep Unit 5 — Franc's Peak
Season DatesDraft
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery — Type 1 | Aug 15, 2026 — Aug 31, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle — Type 1 | Aug 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 5 – Franc's Peak | Bighorn Sheep Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access Unit 5 spans 1.7 million acres across high alpine terrain (4,300–13,090 ft) with strong public land access (74%). However, the 17% wilderness requirement means **nonresidents must hire a licensed Wyoming outfitter/guide** — this is mandatory and adds $3,000–5,000+ to trip costs. Residents can hunt unguided. High elevation and rugged topography limit accessibility to physically fit hunters. ## Herd Quality & Population...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Type 1 | nonresident | 1,701 | 1 |
| 2023 | Type 1 | resident | 1,343 | 6 |
| 2023 | Type 1 (Pref Point) | nonresident | 1,704 | 3 |
| 2023 | Type 1 (Pref Point) | resident | 1,364 | 21 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | All Types | 32 | 31 | 96.9% |