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Nevada Bighorn Sheep — Unit 162 - 163 (162 - 163)
Nevada Bighorn Sheep Unit 162 - 163 (162 - 163) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
1%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
2
Tags Available
198
Applicants
Data source: Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) - Official Hunt Statistics · Last updated 2026-04-14
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Late Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 198 | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2023 | 232 | 1 | 0.4% | — |
| 2022 | 233 | 7 | 3% | — |
| 2020 | 255 | 8 | 3.1% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 268 | 1 | 0.4% | — |
| 2020 | 223 | 1 | 0.4% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Mid Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 16 | 1 | 6.3% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Nevada Bighorn Sheep Unit 162 - 163?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 1% (2025). There were 198 applicants for 2 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Nevada Bighorn Sheep Unit 162 - 163?
Nevada uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Nevada Bighorn Sheep Unit 162 - 163?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 3% in 2022 and 1% in 2025.
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