Resident deer tag or permit entry cost.
UT
Deer Hunting in Utah: Tags, Seasons & Regulations (2026)
Deer hunting in Utah starts with the current deer cost entries, season dates, bag limits, and CWD rules.
Resident Tag $46 Deer tag/permit
Non-Resident Tag $599 Non-resident deer tag
Primary Season Aug 16 – Sep 12 Archery
Draw Required? Yes Lottery application required
DEER QUICK ANSWER
Utah Deer Tag Cost, Season & Rules: Quick Answer
Start here for Utah deer tag cost, primary season timing, draw status, and CWD planning before using the full tables below.
Use this before adding the base license and trip permits.
Application timing matters. Check state wildlife agency for application deadlines
Archery; also check General Rifle.
For Utah deer hunting, use the listed resident and non-resident deer cost entries together with the note: General-season buck deer permit; limited-entry and antlerless permits have separate fees. Because this page lists draw-required access, confirm the application window before planning travel. CWD has been detected in Utah, so carcass movement and testing rules deserve an early check.
OVERVIEW
Deer Hunting in Utah
Utah deer hunting is draw-based for general-season and limited-entry buck deer permits, with the base hunting license required before applying. A general-season buck deer permit is $46 for residents and $599 for nonresidents; limited-entry and antlerless permits have separate fees. Utah uses preference points for general-season buck deer and bonus points for limited-entry deer, so the point system depends on the permit category. CWD surveillance and mandatory-testing units are set by DWR for the current year, and antler rules are hunt-code specific rather than statewide. Hunters should plan from the current Utah guidebook and draw results rather than assume OTC deer access.
Species present: Mule Deer
SEASONS
Utah Deer Season Dates (2026)
All archery, firearm, and muzzleloader season dates.
Multiple Seasons
Utah offers 4 distinct deer seasons. Check specific zone dates with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — dates and bag limits may vary by management unit.
COSTS
Utah Deer Tag Fees
Resident vs. non-resident tag and permit costs.
Resident
$46
Deer tag / permit
Non-Resident
$599
Draw required — apply in advance
General-season buck deer permit; limited-entry and antlerless permits have separate fees
PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP
Choose the right Utah deer planning path
Jump into the state hub, shortlist pages, and deer-planning tools before you work through every remaining section.
Check the full Utah license setup
Move back to the main state hub when you need the base license, non-resident options, or add-on permits outside deer tags.
Use deer-planning tools next
Shift from deer-tag detail into season timing, trip budgeting, and cross-state deer planning helpers.
Add a wider 2026 cost view
Check benchmark and non-resident premium reports before you commit to one deer state or trip budget.
REGULATIONS
CWD & Deer Hunting Regulations in Utah
Chronic Wasting Disease status, antler restrictions, and weapon rules.
CWD Status
Detected
DWR annual surveillance and mandatory-testing units
CWD Testing / Transport
Required in listed zones
Zones: DWR annual surveillance and mandatory-testing units
CWD testing and carcass movement rules are set annually by DWR unit and hunt type; check the current guidebook before transporting heads, spines, or whole carcasses.
Bag Limit
Daily: 1 · Season: 1
One deer per permit; antler rules are hunt- and unit-specific
Allowed Weapons
Rifle, muzzleloader, bow
Access Planning
Access: Draw / lottery required
Deadline: Check state wildlife agency for application deadlines
Points system: Yes
Official Source
Always verify current regulations with the official source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources . Season dates, bag limits, and CWD regulations may change annually.
FAQ
Deer Hunting in Utah — FAQ
Is CWD testing mandatory in Utah?
It depends on the current DWR surveillance year, hunt type, and unit. Utah may require testing in listed units and also offers voluntary testing; check the annual CWD instructions before hunting or transporting a carcass.
How should I check Utah antler rules?
Use the current Utah guidebook for the exact hunt code and unit. Some units have point restrictions or other buck definitions, but Utah deer rules should not be reduced to one statewide antler-count shortcut.
How does the Utah deer draw work?
Utah distributes general-season buck deer permits through the draw using preference points. Limited-entry buck deer uses a separate limited-entry draw and bonus point structure. You must buy the base hunting license before applying, and nonresident permit numbers are limited.
How should I compare Utah deer units?
Compare units by current draw odds, season dates, access, CWD instructions, and permit type. Limited-entry units and general-season units are different planning categories, and no unit should be treated as a guaranteed outcome.
Can non-residents hunt deer in Utah?
Yes, non-residents can apply for Utah deer permits. A nonresident general-season buck deer permit is $599, and the nonresident base hunting license plus application fees are separate costs.
Is there an OTC deer tag option in Utah?
Plan on the draw for Utah deer permits. Leftover, returned, or available permits can exist after draw processes, but that is not the same as a broad OTC deer system.