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Unit S68

Colorado Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep

S68 is a bighorn sheep management zone in the Arkansas River canyon country of Chaffee and Fremont counties in south-central Colorado. The unit's dramatic canyon walls and talus fields support a resident bighorn population managed by CPW. This is a highly coveted tag requiring many preference points.

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Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit S68

S68 is a bighorn sheep management zone in the Arkansas River canyon country of Chaffee and Fremont counties in south-central Colorado. The unit's dramatic canyon walls and talus fields support a resident bighorn population managed by CPW. This is a highly coveted tag requiring many preference points.

Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in Unit S68

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How to Hunt Bighorn Sheep in Unit S68

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Bighorn Sheep Success Rates

Rifle78%
Colorado bighorn success rates are 65–80% statewide. S68 hunters who properly scout prior to season and understand the unit's terrain perform at the higher end of this range. Shot distances can be long in canyon country.

Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds

SeasonTagsApplicantsDraw %Pts Req
Rifle— 1st Season1195.3% 3

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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S68 bighorn tags are among the most limited in Colorado. Resident hunters should expect to wait 15+ years before drawing. Non-residents should apply for points and plan this as a lifetime goal.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes Unit S68 from other Colorado bighorn units?
S68 occupies the upper Arkansas River canyon country near Salida, offering dramatic terrain and a managed bighorn population in a distinct geographic zone from the more famous Royal Gorge S38 unit.
Is backcountry camping required for an S68 hunt?
Not necessarily — the Arkansas canyon is accessible enough that day hunts from vehicle camps near the highway are possible. However, overnight camps in the canyon improve success odds by allowing hunters to be on the rim at first light.
What physical fitness is required for Unit S68?
Bighorn sheep hunting in S68 requires excellent fitness. Hunters must navigate steep talus, sheer slopes, and dramatic elevation changes to follow sheep into their habitat.

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