PLACES TO STAY
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near Mount Washburn in Yellowstone National Park, WY, has Bighorn Sheep on the summit slopes year-round, USA
Mount Washburn in Yellowstone National Park, WY, has Bighorn Sheep on the summit slopes year-round, USA is one of the top spots to sight Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.
Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis)
BEST TIME TO SEE
November and December for rut head-clashing behaviour near Gardiner, MT; year-round on Mount Washburn in Yellowstone and Rocky Mountain NP, CO.
SIGHTING TIP
Year-round on rocky alpine terrain; rut in November and December brings dramatic head-butting displays on ridgelines.
Coordinates
44.8000°N, 110.4000°W
HABITAT
Rocky alpine and subalpine slopes, cliffs, and canyon walls; steep terrain provides escape from predators
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
Hotels and Stays Nearby
Within 25 Km
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