Utah Elk Season 2026-27
Opens in 6 daysUtah's elk season opens 2026-08-15 and closes 2026-11-05. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Last verified September 25, 2026Utah wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Closed
Any-bull units
General Archery
- Opens
- August 15, 2026
- Closes
- September 16, 2026
- Bag limit
- Spike units close Sep 4
- Opens in 6 days
Spike units
General Any Legal Weapon - Spike
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- October 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 6 days
Any-bull units
General Any Legal Weapon - Any Bull (Early)
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- October 9, 2026
- Bag limit
- Late any-bull Oct 10-16
- Opens in 31 days
Statewide
General Muzzleloader
- Opens
- October 28, 2026
- Closes
- November 5, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt. Dates may vary by unit, hunt number, permit, or local closure.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
- Important warning
- This listing includes dates that vary by unit, draw, permit, or regulation. The official source controls.
Frequently asked questions
Utah's elk season opens 2026-08-15 and closes 2026-11-05. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Nearby states
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.