Unit S49 (Arkansas River Canyon)
Colorado Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep
Sheep Unit S-49 covers the Arkansas River Canyon between Salida and Canon City, one of Colorado's most-accessible desert-like bighorn hunts. Rams use the steep rocky canyon walls along US 50 and the Browns Canyon area.
Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit S49
Sheep Unit S-49 covers the Arkansas River Canyon between Salida and Canon City, one of Colorado's most-accessible desert-like bighorn hunts. Rams use the steep rocky canyon walls along US 50 and the Browns Canyon area.
Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in Unit S-49
How to Hunt Bighorn Sheep in Unit S-49
Bighorn Sheep Success Rates
Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery— 1st Season | 2 | 43 | 4.7% | 3 |
| Rifle— 1st Season | 2 | 193 | 1.0% | 3 |
Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.
- CPW Hunting — Bighorn Sheep — Colorado Parks and Wildlife · supports: Sheep Unit S-49 boundary, Once-in-a-lifetime draw · accessed 2026-04-17
- 2025 Colorado Big Game Brochure — Colorado Parks and Wildlife · supports: 2025 sheep season dates, Manner of take · accessed 2026-04-17
- BLM Royal Gorge Field Office — Bureau of Land Management · supports: BLM access along the Arkansas River canyon · accessed 2026-04-17