WY Bighorn Sheep Unit 8 — Sheep Mountain
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 |
Herd Data
Buck : Doe
42per 100
2024 Survey
Fawn : Doe
30per 100
2024 Survey
AI Scout Analysis
# WY 8 – Sheep Mountain: Tactical Analysis ## Terrain & Access This high-elevation alpine unit (7,140–13,702 ft) spans 485,426 acres with strong public land access (84%). However, 53% wilderness means **nonresidents are legally required to hire a licensed Wyoming outfitter/guide** — DIY hunting is not an option for nonresidents here. Residents can self-guide on public land. ## Herd Quality Wildlife survey data shows an **exceptional buck:doe ratio of 49:100**, well above the average benchmark...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Type 1 | resident | 77 | 1 |
| 2023 | Type 1 (Pref Point) | resident | 80 | 3 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2022 | All Types | 5 | 1 | 20.0% |