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In Wyoming, nonresident elk hunters must purchase a nonresident license, which includes a limited number of tags for specific hunt areas. The number of tags available varies by draw category, and nonresidents can only draw one tag per year.
Nonresident License Requirements
Nonresident elk hunters must purchase a nonresident hunting license from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) for the specific season and hunt area they wish to hunt. The license cost is currently $625 for the nonresident general deer and elk tag. The license also includes a $10 habitat stamp, which is mandatory for all nonresident hunters.
Draw and Tag Limitations
Nonresident elk hunters must apply for a tag through the WGFD’s limited entry draw system. The number of nonresident tags available varies by draw category, with the majority of tags going to the limited entry draw. For example, in 2022, the limited entry draw for nonresident elk hunters in Wyoming offered 3,700 tags statewide. Nonresidents can only draw one tag per year, and the tag is valid for one specific hunt area.
Hunt Area Restrictions and Season Dates
Hunt areas in Wyoming are designated by the WGFD and are subject to change. Nonresident elk hunters must hunt within their designated hunt area, which is specified on their tag. The general elk season in Wyoming typically runs from September 1 to November 30, with specific season dates varying by hunt area and draw category.
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