Utah Hunting Seasons, 2023-2024

Utah’s hunting seasons are currently underway. The mountains of Utah represent a beautiful background for the Beehive State’s vast hunting lands. The most beautiful landscapes of the United States are found in Utah’s portion of the Rocky Mountains, allowing you to explore beautiful nature and achieve a bountiful hunt.

On top of the scenery, the state offers premier hunting of big game, including deer, elk, moose and bighorn sheep.

Utah Deer Seasons

ArcheryAug. 19-Sept. 15
MuzzleloaderSept. 27-Oct. 5
Early General SeasonOct. 11-15
General SeasonOct. 21-29

Utah makes deer hunting easy by providing permits through it Utah Hunting and Fishing app, allowing you to purchase permits on the go before heading out to hunt. First-time hunters in the state can participate in the trial hunting program, which gives new big-game hunters the opportunity to try out the sport without taking the required Hunter Education course. For more information, visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website.


Utah Elk Seasons

Archery, Any BullAug. 19-Sept. 20
Archery, Spike ElkAug. 19-Sept. 8
Early General Season, Spike/Bull ElkOct. 7-13
Late General Season, Any Bull ElkOct. 14-20
MuzzleloaderNov. 1-9

Utah may limit hunting dates in specific units/areas of the state. Utah hunters are required to report any hunt and harvest information within 30 days of the season end dates, even if your hunt was unsuccessful.

Utah Turkey Seasons

Fall General SeasonOct. 2-Feb. 28**
Spring Limited EntryApril 13-25
Spring Youth HuntApr. 26-28
Spring General SeasonApril 29-May 31

**Fall turkey hunts take place in the state’s central, northern, southeastern, and southern regions. Utah turkey hunters may consider joining the state’s Upland Game Slam program, which partners with a variety of conservation groups. Hunters help fund upland game projects and are eligible to earn prizes for successfully harvesting turkey and other game. For more information, visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website.

Utah Small Game Seasons

GrouseDusky/ruffed: Sept. 1-Dec. 31
Greater sage and sharp-tailed: Sept. 30-Oct. 22
Partridge and PheasantSept. 30-Feb. 15
Sandhill CraneSept. 2-Oct. 31**
QuailNov. 4-Dec. 31
RabbitSept. 1-Feb. 28
PigeonSept. 1-14
CrowSept. 1-30 and Dec. 1-Feb. 28
 
**Season dates may vary across the state and by county. For specific dates in your part of Utah, visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website.
 
Bag limits, special seasons and hunting regulations for Utah hunting seasons do vary based on animal and seasons. For more information on obtaining licenses, permits and regulations, visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website.