Quick Tips
- Trophy potential has dropped but goods rams are still available
- Most rams in this district are taken fairly close to the road later in the season
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep | 160"-170" | 180"+ |
On The Ground
This district is located in the southeast corner of the state on the east side of Highway 93 stretching from Skalkaho Pass towards the Idaho border. The district is comprised of mainly public land, though most sheep harvest comes late and down low near the highway around Sula.
Good rams are still available. A limited number of tags ensure that hunters who draw will be able to have an opportunity to hunt unpressured rams. If you draw a tag make the most of your hunt.
Terrain
This district begins at the base of the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness. With the majority of it being timbered and not really classic sheep habitat. Open grass and pine hillsides as well as the rocks are where the rams spend nearly all their time.
Roughly 409 square miles
91% public land
Elevations from 3,800-9,000 feet
Vegetation
The majority of the ground is timbered with pine and fir. Open hillsides are dominated by grasses.
Access
Public access in this district is excellent. Numerous older roads from both logging activities and historical mining access a good portion of the district though some are not open for motorized travel.
Camping and Lodging
Lodging is available in Hamilton or Darby. Camping is allowed on Forest Service ground up to 14 days in a row and state ground with the correct access permit. Private and public campgrounds are present mainly along the Bitterroot River.
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