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Elk Hunting Regulations

Elk

General Restrictions

  • The bag limit is one elk per elk carcass tag.
  • Antlered (or bull) elk include any elk with an antler of at least 6 inches in length. Antlerless elk include any elk with no antlers or less than 6 inches of antlers on both sides.
  • Blaze orange or fluorescent pink clothing isn't required, except during a statewide firearm season.
  • It is illegal to feed elk or to hunt elk over bait.

Tagging and Transport

  • You must validate the carcass tag immediately upon killing and before field dressing or moving the elk.
  • You must attach the validated carcass tag to the animal before you leave it. You do not need to attach the tag while you remain with the carcass, such as when dragging it out of the field.
  • It is illegal to transport another person’s unregistered elk unless accompanied by the person issued the carcass tag.
  • The person who tags the elk must keep the carcass tag with the butchered meat until it is consumed.