Nevada Unit 272 Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
Nevada Unit 272
Updated Jul 8, 2026
At a Glance
800Square Miles
92.6%Public Land
1,700 - 8,000Elevation Range
Quick Tips
Striper fishing on Lake Mead is good
Most deer do not migrate during winter
Bring your shotgun for hunting quail and rabbit hunting
Avoid heat stress and dehydration during early seasons
With only a few high ranges capable of supporting big game, this desert unit on the north and eastern shores of Lake Mead holds desert bighorn sheep and a low number of mule deer. Animals are isolated to higher land, where environmental conditions are bearable and water is available.
Mule deer numbers are low. The arid landscape makes for tough hunting. Lots of jagged cliffs and sandstone ridges, makes for a high quality sheep hunt in remote areas.
