Texas Porch

Big game

Desert bighorn sheep

A rare, prized West Texas mountain hunt.

One of the hardest tags to get in Texas — awarded by drawing only.

Where

The mountains of far West Texas.

Daily / season limit

Extremely limited; set by the drawn permit.

Season(s) (2026-2027)

  • By drawn permit Set with the awarded permit

License & add-ons

Hunting license plus the drawn permit.

Quirks & things to watch

  • Hunts are awarded by drawing through the public hunt system. Most hunters apply for years. Non-residents can apply too, with a General Hunting License.

Source to confirm: TPWD Big Time Texas Hunts / Drawn Hunts

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Official sources

Hunting rules for desert bighorn sheep come from Texas Parks & Wildlife. Confirm the season, limits, and your county's rules before you hunt.

Data vintage:
Built on the 2026-2027 season
Last reviewed:
June 15, 2026

Caution: Seasons, limits, and open counties change every year. The official TPWD pages are the final word.

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