Quick Tips
- ATVs and side-by-sides helpful
- Prepare for desert conditions
- Hunting can be physically demanding
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 120"-140" | 140"+ |
| Desert Bighorn Sheep | 155"-165" | 170"+ |
On The Ground
The vast majority of this unit is public and is primarily desert terrain. This unit holds the McCullough and Highland Mountain ranges, which are near Las Vegas and Henderson.
Hunters report seeing a good number of healthy desert bighorn sheep. There are low numbers of resident mule deer. Most rams are between McCullough Pass and Black Mountain. Spot-and-stalk hunting here is physically demanding. Good number of artificial and natural water sources.
Terrain
Mostly desert terrain with rugged, steep mountains and rocky ledges. Softly rolling desert hills are at the base of the mountain ranges.
Roughly 1,016 square miles
85.9% public land
Elevations range from 3,500-7,000 feet
Vegetation
Blackbrush scrub at lower elevations along with creosote scrub. Pinyon pines and juniper trees are at higher elevations. Creosote bush scrub and blackbrush scrub also grow on the Highland Range.
Access
Plenty of public roads and four-wheel-drive trails can take you to a starting point in any part of the unit. Private land does not impede access. Hunting grounds can be reached from bordering roads.
Motorized restrictions in parts of the unit
Use maps to know where motors are prohibited
Well-groomed county and powerline roads
Roads to almost all hunting grounds
Camping and Lodging
Both Las Vegas and Henderson are close enough that hunters could lodge in town, but driving to and from hunting sites can take a long time and drain a hunter’s energy.
Most hunters prefer to camp
Camping allowed on all public land
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