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Colorado Bighorn Sheep — Unit S12
Colorado Bighorn Sheep Unit S12 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
2.8%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Rifle 1st Season ewe only
3
Points Req.
2
Tags (Resident)
72
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle 1st Season ewe only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 72 | 2 | 2.8% | 3 |
| 2025 | 46 | 1 | 2.2% | 3 |
| 2024 | 54 | 2 | 3.7% | 3 |
| 2023 | 50 | 2 | 4% | 3 |
| 2022 | 57 | 2 | 3.5% | 3 |
| 2021 | 56 | 2 | 3.6% | 3 |
| 2020 | 58 | 2 | 3.4% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|
Rifle 1st Season ram only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 840 | 5 | 0.6% | 3 |
| 2025 | 695 | 5 | 0.7% | 3 |
| 2024 | 440 | 5 | 1.1% | 3 |
| 2023 | 501 | 5 | 1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 526 | 5 | 1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 612 | 5 | 0.8% | 3 |
| 2020 | 486 | 5 | 1% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 893 | 1 | 0.1% | 3 |
| 2025 | 735 | 1 | 0.1% | 3 |
| 2024 | 505 | 1 | 0.2% | 3 |
| 2023 | 682 | 1 | 0.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 724 | 1 | 0.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 720 | 1 | 0.1% | 3 |
| 2020 | 563 | 1 | 0.2% | 3 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery 1st Season ram only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 205 | 7 | 3.4% | 3 |
| 2025 | 232 | 7 | 3% | 3 |
| 2024 | 131 | 7 | 5.3% | 3 |
| 2023 | 162 | 7 | 4.3% | 3 |
| 2022 | 154 | 7 | 4.5% | 3 |
| 2021 | 183 | 7 | 3.8% | 3 |
| 2020 | 168 | 7 | 4.2% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 302 | 1 | 0.3% | 3 |
| 2025 | 240 | 1 | 0.4% | 3 |
| 2024 | 173 | 1 | 0.6% | 3 |
| 2023 | 146 | 1 | 0.7% | 3 |
| 2022 | 188 | 1 | 0.5% | 3 |
| 2021 | 176 | 1 | 0.6% | 3 |
| 2020 | 160 | 1 | 0.6% | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Bighorn Sheep Unit S12?
The most recent published odds are 2.8% for resident applicants in 2026 — 72 applicants for 2 tags on the Rifle 1st Season ewe only hunt. Points required in 2026: 3.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Bighorn Sheep Unit S12?
In 2026, this unit took about 3 points in the resident pool. The other residency pool can differ sharply. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Bighorn Sheep Unit S12?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle 1st Season ewe only hunt looks increasing. Odds ran 3.7% in 2024 and 2.8% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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