North Dakota Unit B5 Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
North Dakota Unit B5
Updated Jul 2, 2026
At a Glance
33Square Miles
63%Public Land
1,900 - 2,700Elevation Range
Quick Tips
Tire chains recommended during periods of inclement weather
Quality optics recommended for locating sheep
Stop by the sporting goods store in Bowman for any last-minute supplies
PLOTS properties and the Little Missouri National Grassland create a large, consecutive area of public access in the unit's badlands
B5 is the smallest sheep unit in the state but has great access and has produced great rams over the years. The western and northern parts of the unit consist of the North Dakota badlands, which means rough and rugged terrain. There are plenty of buttes and draws, especially along the Little Missouri River, that hold bighorn sheep.
Rams in this unit have generally been taken from the northern portions of this unit. Some areas are more rugged and remote than others. Be sure to check out the harvest reports for a good starting point in search of a good mature ram.