Resident deer tag or permit entry cost.
WY
Deer Hunting in Wyoming: Tags, Seasons & Regulations (2026)
Deer hunting in Wyoming starts with the current deer cost entries, season dates, bag limits, and CWD rules.
Resident Tag $47 Deer tag/permit
Non-Resident Tag $389 Non-resident deer tag
Primary Season Sep 1 – Sep 30 Archery
Draw Required? Yes Lottery application required
DEER QUICK ANSWER
Wyoming Deer Tag Cost, Season & Rules: Quick Answer
Start here for Wyoming 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.
For Wyoming deer hunting, use the listed resident and non-resident deer cost entries together with the note: Draw entry shown as license plus nonrefundable application fee: $42 resident deer + $5 app, $374 nonresident deer + $15 app; conservation stamp is additional. Because this page lists draw-required access, confirm the application window before planning travel. CWD has been detected in Wyoming, so carcass movement and testing rules deserve an early check.
OVERVIEW
Deer Hunting in Wyoming
Wyoming deer planning should start by separating the regular deer license, nonrefundable draw application fee, conservation stamp, and optional add-ons. The regular deer license itself is $42 resident and $374 nonresident, but a draw applicant also pays the $5 resident or $15 nonresident application fee, which is why this page shows $47 and $389 as the regular draw-entry planning cost. The conservation stamp, Special nonresident deer licenses, and archery permits are separate decisions, not included in the regular deer entry number. CWD surveillance, carcass handling, and unit-specific antler rules can matter in certain hunt areas, but the main statewide planning risk is confusing regular, special, point, stamp, and archery costs.
Species present: White-tailed DeerMule Deer
SEASONS
Wyoming Deer Season Dates (2026)
All archery, firearm, and muzzleloader season dates.
Multiple Seasons
Wyoming offers 2 distinct deer seasons. Check specific zone dates with the Wyoming Game & Fish Department — dates and bag limits may vary by management unit.
COSTS
Wyoming Deer Tag Fees
Resident vs. non-resident tag and permit costs.
Resident
$47
Deer tag / permit
Non-Resident
$389
Draw required — apply in advance
Draw entry shown as license plus nonrefundable application fee: $42 resident deer + $5 app, $374 nonresident deer + $15 app; conservation stamp is additional
PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP
Choose the right Wyoming deer planning path
Jump into the state hub, shortlist pages, and deer-planning tools before you work through every remaining section.
Check the full Wyoming 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 Wyoming
Chronic Wasting Disease status, antler restrictions, and weapon rules.
CWD Status
Detected
Widespread. Found in over 95% of mule deer hunt areas and rotating focus surveillance areas.
CWD Testing / Transport
Required in listed zones
Zones: Widespread. Found in over 95% of mule deer hunt areas and rotating focus surveillance areas.
Strict carcass transport restrictions apply. Whole carcasses generally cannot leave CWD zones or be imported from positive states.
Bag Limit
Daily: 1 · Season: 1
One per license; some areas limited to white-tailed deer
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: Wyoming Game & Fish Department . Season dates, bag limits, and CWD regulations may change annually.
FAQ
Deer Hunting in Wyoming — FAQ
Is CWD testing mandatory in Wyoming?
It depends heavily on the year and the unit. WGFD mandates testing in specific hunt areas that rotate annually to gather surveillance data. Otherwise, testing is voluntary and free.
What is the 3-point antler restriction in Wyoming?
Some Wyoming deer units use unit-specific antler rules, but Wyoming does not use one statewide 3-point deer rule. Hunters need to read the regulations for the exact deer area they apply for.
When can you start shed hunting in Wyoming?
To protect wintering wildlife, Wyoming closes shed-antler collection on public lands west of the Continental Divide from January 1 through April 30; hunters should confirm the current opener and residency rules before planning a trip.
What deer species can I hunt in Wyoming?
Wyoming is home to White-tailed Deer and Mule Deer. Allowed weapons include rifle, muzzleloader, bow.
Can non-residents hunt deer in Wyoming?
Yes, non-residents can hunt deer in Wyoming. The regular nonresident deer license is $374, and the draw application adds a $15 nonrefundable application fee, so the regular draw-entry planning cost shown here is $389 before the conservation stamp. Nonresidents must apply through the draw system, with Special licenses priced separately.