Elk Hunting Regulations

Overview

Elk regulations spell out hunting seasons, areas, tag allocations, methods, and so on. The regulations are set by the ODFW Commission, spelled out in state law, and enforced by Oregon State Policie Wildlife Division. Knowing “the regs” is essential for planning your hunts. This section covers what you need to know to create a legal, smart hunting strategy.

In this lesson, you will learn:

• What licenses, permits, and tags you need to hunt elk in Oregon
• Oregon elk seasons
• The difference between a “General Season” and a “Limited Entry” season
• How to apply for Controlled Hunts and other limited-entry hunting opportunities
• Weapon restrictions for elk hunting