State Regulations Lookup

Application deadlines, fees, draw systems, and OTC availability for non-resident hunters.

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Arizona Elk

AZ · azgfd.com

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Application Window

CLOSED
Closed (Feb 3, 2026) — next window typically opens around the same dates next year.
Window: Jan 1, 2026 → Feb 3, 2026 · America/Phoenix

11:59 PM AZ time. Multi-pass draw: 1st pass highest points (~20% of tags), 2nd pass random weighted by points, 3rd pass remaining. NR capped at 10% per hunt code.

Results: Feb 23, 2026
Apply at azgfd.gov →

Fees (Non-Resident)

  • Qualifying license$160
  • Habitat stamp—
  • Application fee$15
  • Tag (if drawn)$650
  • Point only (no tag)$15
  • NR total estimate$825

NR combo hunt/fish license $160 (valid 365 days). Elk tag ~$650 if drawn. Application fee $15. Hunter Ed Bonus Point course $300 NR (permanent lifetime point, all species).

Point System

Bonus PointsPoint cost — NR $15 / Res —

Bonus points (multi-pass draw). Premium units take 10–20+ years.

OTC Availability

No OTC tags available for non-residents. No standard OTC elk for NR. Limited non-permit elk tags exist for management/conflict units (~$650 NR) — verify availability at azgfd.com.

Regulations change. Always verify at the state agency website before applying or buying tags.