California
Non-resident hunting — draw tags, OTC options, fees & deadlines
Application Deadlines
Species Details
Tule elk unique to CA. Roosevelt elk in northwest zones. Very few NR tags. Residents and NR compete equally in most zones.
OTC bear tag available statewide. Over-the-counter license from CDFW. Large black bear population in Sierra Nevada and Coast Ranges.
Zone A and X zones are most coveted. Many deer zones available to residents OTC. NR must draw. Premium zones like A-zone require points.
Desert bighorn in southern CA, Sierra Nevada bighorn extremely rare. Apply annually for points. 15-25 year commitment.
Northeastern CA (Modoc/Lassen counties) pronghorn. Underrated opportunity. Residents have better odds. Scenic high desert hunt.
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