WA Bighorn Sheep Hunting

Bighorn Sheep in Washington

Bighorn Sheep hunting season data across 14 GMUs in Washington. Includes harvest success and public land percentages.

14 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Firearm

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone Sheep Unit 12FirearmSep 15 — Oct 10———
Zone Sheep Unit 13FirearmOct 1 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 14FirearmSep 15 — Oct 10———
Zone Sheep Unit 14FirearmOct 11 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 14FirearmOct 11 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 18FirearmSep 15 — Oct 10———
Zone Sheep Unit 18FirearmSep 15 — Oct 10———
Zone Sheep Unit 18FirearmOct 11 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 18FirearmOct 11 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 18FirearmOct 11 — Nov 15———
Zone Sheep Unit 20 WhitestoneFirearmSep 15 — Sep 30———
Zone Sheep Unit 4FirearmOct 1 — Oct 31———
Zone Sheep Unit 7FirearmSep 15 — Sep 30———
Zone Sheep Unit 7FirearmOct 1 — Oct 31———

Bighorn Sheep in Washington: FAQ

When is bighorn sheep season in Washington?

Washington has 14 bighorn sheep seasons across 7 zones, split by weapon (Firearm). Exact opening and closing dates are listed in the tables above.

Where is the best place to hunt bighorn sheep in Washington?

The best zones for bighorn sheep in Washington depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per zone above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Bighorn Sheep hunt in Washington

View GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

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