27 of Colorado’s licensed outfitters guide bighorn sheep hunts. Every one below holds a current license from the Colorado board that regulates outfitting, and each listing links to the board’s own record so you can check standing before you book a guided bighorn sheep hunt.
Colorado bighorn sheep season dates
Season dates come straight from the state wildlife agency. Confirm them against the current regulations before you hunt.
| Season Type | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Controlled Hunt | September 8, 2026 | October 8, 2026 | Most resident Rocky Mountain bighorn ram rifle seasons run Sept. 8-Oct. 8; archery ram seasons run Aug. 1-31 in most archery units. Individual unit dates vary from Aug. 1 to Nov. 8. All sheep licenses are limited draw licenses. |
2026-2027 seasonVerified against Colorado Parks and Wildlife, 2026 Big Game, Turkey, and Small Game and Waterfowl brochures on September 5, 2026.Source: cpw.widen.net/s/n87kwmkzbt/colorado-sheep-and-goat-brochure Confirm dates in the current regulations before you hunt.
Guided bighorn sheep hunts in Colorado
AEI Outfitter offers hunters an opportunity to hunt in some of the most spectacular country anywhere. Our mission is to make your Colorado hunting experience something you’ll always remember. Our namesake drives our mission... Adventure Experiences; creating a …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
My name is Brady Noble. I, along with my wife Shanna and three sons, Kam, Jake and Will own and operate 5 bar N Outfitters. Being in the outdoors in untouched wilderness is our passion. I was employed as an Agricultural Environmental Specialist for 18 years …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
Vallecito Lake Outfitters is located 25 miles northeast of Durango at the scenic Vallecito Lake, serving as a premier entry point for the Weminuche Wilderness and the San Juan Mountains. Operating under a special use permit from the USDA Forest Service …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
San Juan Outfitting is a full-service wilderness operation that provides elite access to the rugged San Juan Mountains of the Colorado Rockies. Operating under a long-standing U.S. Forest Service permit, Jesse Bauer’s team specializes in deep-woods adventures …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
DG Horses / Old Time Outfitting is a proud, family-owned operation with 50 years of experience guiding guests through the rugged beauty of Colorado’s Fryingpan Valley near Meredith. Built on generations of hard work, horsemanship, and authentic Western …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
Geneva Park Outfitters has been guiding premier Colorado wilderness hunts since 1986, offering authentic backcountry experiences in the heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide. Known for fair-chase hunting and quality opportunities, GPO …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer
Dominguez Outfitters is a family-owned and operated outfitting business dedicated to providing high-quality, ethical hunting experiences in the northern portions of Colorado Units 61 and 62. With deep roots in the area and a strong respect for the land and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
High Mountain Hunts (HMH) is a premier big game guide service specializing in high-altitude adventures within the San Juan and Rio Grande National Forests. Operating under special use permits, Nick Maragas and his team focus on providing elite fair-chase hunts …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Set in the remote backcountry of GMU 18 & 28 near Granby, CO and bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, our outfitting operation offers an exclusive wilderness experience reserved for those seeking more than just a hunt. This is true backcountry—where access …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion
Buffalo Peaks Outfitters is proudly based in the heart of the Pike National Forest. Our experienced guides were born and raised in the shadow of the Buffalo Peaks Mountains and have spent a lifetime hunting and exploring this country. Their local knowledge, …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
J & Ray Outfitters (also known as J & Ray Colorado High Country) is a long-standing family operation that specialized in wilderness big game hunts for Elk and Mule Deer. Operating under a special use permit on BLM lands, the outfitter was known for its …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mule Deer
LKS Outfitters stands as Colorado’s largest public land outfitter, operating a massive network of wilderness territories that include over one million acres for mountain lion hunting alone. The company is an umbrella for several of the state’s most historic …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
Lobo Outfitters, LLC offers guided and non-guided hunts in Southwest Colorado. During the summer months, we offer fishing and camping adventures creating vivid, lasting memories for the whole family. Opportunities to experience God’s country high-above-it-all …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
LKS Outfitters stands as Colorado’s largest public land outfitter, operating a massive network of wilderness territories that include over one million acres for mountain lion hunting alone. The company is an umbrella for several of the state’s most historic …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mule Deer
Luark Ranch and Outfitters is a 5th-generation family operation based in Burns, Colorado, spanning Eagle and Routt counties. The ranch serves as a gateway to the Flat Tops Wilderness and features high-altitude territory on King Mountain, where elevations reach …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Matschee Guide Service is a “Fair Chase” operation that focuses on providing elite hunting opportunities in the high country of the Pike-San Isabel National Forest and surrounding Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. They operate primarily in limited draw …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
At Pair A Dice Outfitters, DBA Avalanche Outfitters, we deliver a true Western wilderness hunting experience in the heart of Colorado’s White River National Forest. Operating under Forest Service permits, our camps are located in the Maroon Bells–Snowmass …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer
Red Feather Guides & Outfitters is based in Walden, Colorado, positioned in the heart of the North Park valley—a region famous for its high elk densities and expansive views of the Medicine Bow and Zirkel mountain ranges. The operation is known for its …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mule Deer
GuideWest, a brand of Rockin’ Tri M, LLC, is a premier guide service dedicated to providing world-class hunting adventures across the diverse landscapes of Western Colorado. They specialize in high-success hunts for trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, and turkey, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Rocky Mountain Big Game Adventures LLC is a 30 plus year outfitting business with one owner. Our Guides have years of experience and extensive knowledge of our units. We have some of the best units for world class Shiras Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Goats, …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer
Sangre De Cristo Outfitters is one of Southern Colorado’s most established hunting operations, managing access to more than 30,000 acres of prime private land in addition to extensive permits for National Forest and BLM territories. Their reach is vast, …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Goat · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Whitetail Deer · Wild Turkey
Sundown Outfitters and Rio Grande Outfitters operate year-round in the rugged backcountry of southwest Colorado, offering guided hunts and wilderness experiences across the San Juan, Rio Grande, and Weminuche National Forests, as well as the South San Juan and …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Wild Turkey
Weminuche Wilderness Outfitters specializes in providing authentic, deep-woods adventures within the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest. Operating primarily in Game Management Unit 751, they offer a comprehensive range of hunts including …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mule Deer
Timberline Outfitters is a family-owned operation that has grown from a specialized deer and antelope service into a premier, full-service big game outfitter covering Wyoming, Colorado, and Iowa. Headquartered in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the operation provides …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Track ’Em Outfitters is built on tradition, experience, and a deep-rooted passion for Colorado’s great outdoors. Hunting isn’t just what we do—it’s a family legacy that has been passed down through generations. We take great pride in welcoming hunters into the …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Mountain Lion · Mule Deer · Pronghorn · Wild Turkey
Adventure Awaits in the West Elk Wilderness Discover the wild heart of Colorado’s high country with West Elk Wilderness Outfitters , where seasoned guides, sure‐footed horses, and over 20 years of backcountry experience come together to create unforgettable …
Bighorn Sheep · Elk · Mule Deer
Based in the heart of Lake City, Colorado, Alpine Outfitters delivers premier, fully guided outdoor adventures in some of the most breathtaking and game-rich country in the West. Family-owned and operated by Seth and Aimee Withrow, Alpine is built on a passion …
Bighorn Sheep · Black Bear · Elk · Moose · Mountain Goat · Mule Deer · Pronghorn
27 licensed outfittersLicense status verified against Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Professional and Occupational Licenses on September 5, 2026.Source: data.colorado.gov/resource/7s5z-vewr.json Confirm an outfitter’s license with the issuing board before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm the outfitter’s license is current with the state board — every listing above links to the official record.
- Ask which hunt areas they operate in, and whether your tag is draw-only or over the counter.
- All licensed Colorado outfitters
- Guided bighorn sheep hunts in every state
For reference only. This page summarizes agency publications and is not legal advice or an official source; confirm dates, limits and fees with the state wildlife agency before you hunt. Regulations change mid-season. Send a correction if you spot an error. Disclaimer.