Unit 044, 182
Nevada Hunting Guide — Bighorn Sheep
Nevada's 044, 182 desert bighorn hunt is a cross-regional group managed by NDOW. Tags are extremely limited and issued via the big-game draw; quota is published annually.
Bighorn Sheep Hunting in Unit 044, 182
Nevada's 044, 182 desert bighorn hunt is a cross-regional group managed by NDOW. Tags are extremely limited and issued via the big-game draw; quota is published annually.
Where to Find Bighorn Sheep in 044, 182
Sheep use rimrock, talus, and canyon escape terrain in both units. Consult the NDOW hunt info sheet for current band locations.
How to Hunt 044, 182 Sheep
Bighorn Sheep Success Rates
Statewide sheep hunts have high historical success given tag scarcity.
Bighorn Sheep Draw Odds
| Season | Tags | Applicants | Draw % | Pts Req |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle— Late Season | 5 | 815 | 0.6% | 0 |
| Archery— Mid Season | 2 | 49 | 4.1% | 0 |
| Archery— Mid Season | 1 | 35 | 2.9% | 0 |
| Archery— Early Season | 1 | 36 | 2.8% | 0 |
Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.
Open in Draw Odds EngineSheep tags in Nevada are extremely competitive. Expect long accumulated-point waits.
Unit Logistics & Expectations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this one hunt or two?
What sheep variant is in these units?
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Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-17.
- NDOW Big Game Hunting — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Desert bighorn is legally huntable in 044 and 182 · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Hunt Information Sheets — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: 044 / 182 sheep distribution · accessed 2026-04-17
- NDOW Hunt Draw — Nevada Department of Wildlife · supports: Sheep draw framework — weighted bonus point system · accessed 2026-04-17