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Arizona Bighorn Sheep

Unit 41W (Kofa South – West)

Arizona Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep

Unit 41W is a specialized desert bighorn hunt covering the west portion of GMU 41 in western Arizona, inside and around the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge south/southwest. Terrain is classic Kofa — stacked cliff bands, narrow slot canyons, and bajada fans leading into desert washes. The unit shares desert bighorn habitat with the 40B hunts to the north. Tag numbers are in the single digits and trophy quality is exceptional.

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Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit 41W

Unit 41W is a specialized desert bighorn hunt covering the west portion of GMU 41 in western Arizona, inside and around the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge south/southwest. Terrain is classic Kofa — stacked cliff bands, narrow slot canyons, and bajada fans leading into desert washes. The unit shares desert bighorn habitat with the 40B hunts to the north. Tag numbers are in the single digits and trophy quality is exceptional.

Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in Unit 41W

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How to Hunt Bighorn Sheep in Unit 41W

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Bighorn Sheep Success Rates

Rifle75%
Tag numbers are tiny (~9 across three recent years against ~755 applicants). Success on AZ desert bighorn hunts consistently runs 85–95%. Ram quality in the Kofa area is exceptional.

Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— General Rifle32130.0% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Nov32851.1% 0
Rifle— Late Rifle Dec34910.4% 0

Data from 2023 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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41W is a top-tier Arizona bighorn draw. With ~9 tags against ~755 applicants over three years, odds per applicant run roughly 1.2% under AZ's weighted system. 20% of tags go to max-point applicants first, then 80% through random weighted draw. Expect to need 15–25+ bonus points. Harvesting an AZ bighorn ends eligibility to apply for bighorn in the state again.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does 41W compare to 40B hunts?
Both are Kofa-area desert bighorn hunts with similar tag scarcity and trophy quality. 41W covers the southwest portion while 40B covers the north/west. Specific boundaries are in AZGFD's current regulations.
How do I handle water for a 41W backpack hunt?
Plan water caches placed during pre-season scouting. Mark GPS coordinates, check caches weekly, and carry backup for a full day.
Do I need a guide for 41W?
Not legally. Practically, most hunters benefit from an experienced Kofa/Yuma guide on a once-in-a-lifetime tag.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.

  1. AZGFD Desert Bighorn Sheep Management — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Desert bighorn hunt structure, Kofa herd management, Once-in-a-lifetime tag · accessed 2026-04-17
  2. 2025-26 Arizona Hunting Regulations — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Bighorn season structure, 41W tag allocation, Hunt boundaries · accessed 2026-04-17
  3. Kofa National Wildlife Refuge — U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service · supports: Refuge regulations, Wilderness boundaries, Access roads · accessed 2026-04-17
  4. AZGFD Draw Portal — Hunt Drawing Information — Arizona Game and Fish Department · supports: Weighted bonus point draw, 41W historical odds · accessed 2026-04-17