Oregon Elk Hunting
Plan your Oregon elk hunt with season dates, license options, and hunting opportunities organized by unit. Browse available private-land hunts and book access directly from landowners.
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Find Hunts by Unit
Browse private-land elk hunts across Oregon, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Oregon Elk Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
General Season Damage
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One antlerless elk. Nearly 100% private land. Do not purchase unless you have access.
General Archery Season Oregon
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Bag limits vary by unit - one elk or one bull elk
General Archery Season Western Oregon
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Bag limits vary by unit - one elk, one bull elk, one bull 3 pt.+, or one spike only elk
General West Cascade Any Legal Weapon
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One bull elk bag limit
General Oregon Rocky Mountain 2nd Season Any Legal Weapon
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One spike elk bag limit
General Western Oregon Coast 1st Season Any Legal Weapon
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One bull elk bag limit
General Western Oregon Coast 2nd Season Any Legal Weapon
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One bull elk or one spike elk depending on unit
Auction Hunt
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Oregon Elk Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Tag | OTC | — | $49.50 |
| Pioneer Elk Tag | OTC | Ages 65+; Senior hunters | $26.00 |
Requires 50 years Oregon residency | |||
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Tag | OTC | — | $588.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Oregon elk season dates vary by tag, unit, and method. A 2025 auction hunt runs August 1–November 30, while general archery and any-legal-weapon hunts use different windows and bag limits. Check the current regulations for the tag and unit you plan to hunt.
Yes, Oregon offers over-the-counter elk opportunities through several tag options. Antlerless Elk Damage Tags are available for specific damage areas including the Willamette Valley, Melrose, Chetco, Evans Creek, Columbia Plateau, John Day Valley, Grande Ronde/Baker/Keating Valleys, Halfway Valley, Richland Valley, Walla Walla, Ukiah, Heppner, and Wallowa Valley, with varying percentages of public lands available in each area. General Season Antlerless Elk Damage tags are also available over-the-counter for hunting on nearly 100% private land, though you should not purchase unless you have access to hunt. Additionally, General West Cascade tags are available over-the-counter, with a limit of one tag per person.
