Nevada Elk

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Dates & Fees | Nevada Elk Hunting

Guided Deer Draw: March 9, 2026
Main Draw: May 13, 2026
2nd Draw: June 15, 2026
*all deadlines are 11pm PDT on deadline day

UP-FRONT FEES
Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) $156.00
Youth Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) $16.00
Application Fee (Sheep, Deer, Antelope) $14.00
Application Fee (Elk) $19.00
Silver State Tag Application Fee (Sheep, Deer, Antelope) $24.00
Silver State Tag Application Fee (Elk) $29.00
PIW Application Fee $11.00
Bonus Point Only Fee $11.00
There is a $14 non-refundable application fee for all regular Big Game applications, except Elk, which is $19. If you apply for "points only," you will pay for a $156 hunting license plus $14 per species, except Elk which is $19.
POST DRAW FEES (IF SUCCESSFUL)
Bighorn Sheep (Ram or Ewe) $1,201.00
Elk (Bull) $1,201.00
Elk (Antlerless) $501.00
Mule Deer (Regular Draw) $241.00
Antelope $301.00
Black Bear $301.00
Mountain Lion $105.00

UP-FRONT FEES
Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) $75.00
Youth Hunt/Fish Combo License (365-day license) $15.00
Application Fee (Sheep, Deer, Antelope) $14.00
Application Fee (Elk) $19.00
Silver State Tag Application Fee (Sheep, Deer, Antelope) $24.00
Silver State Tag Application Fee (Elk) $29.00
PIW Application Fee $11.00
Bonus Point Only Fee $11.00
There is a $14 non-refundable application fee for all regular Big Game applications, except Elk, which is $19. If you apply for "points only," you will pay for a $76 hunting license plus $14 per species, except Elk which is $19.
POST DRAW FEES (IF SUCCESSFUL)
Bighorn Sheep (Ram or Ewe) $120.00
Elk (Bull) $120.00
Elk (Antlerless) $120.00
Mule Deer (Regular Draw) $30.00
Antelope $60.00
Black Bear $100.00
Mountain Lion $29.00

NEVADA DEER SEASON DATES
Archery Aug – Sep 2026 (varies by unit)
Muzzleloader Sep – Oct 2026 (varies by unit)
Rifle Oct – Nov 2026 (varies by unit)
NEVADA ELK SEASON DATES
Archery Aug – Sep 2026 (varies by unit)
Muzzleloader Sep – Nov 2026 (varies by unit)
Rifle (1st season) Nov 6 – Nov 20, 2026 (varies by unit)
Rifle (2nd season) Nov 21 - Dec 4, 2026 (varies by unit)
NEVADA ANTELOPE SEASON DATES
Archery Aug 2026 (varies by unit)
Rifle Aug 22 – Sep 7, 2026 (varies by unit)
Muzzleloader Aug - Oct 2026 (varies by unit)
NEVADA BEAR SEASON DATES
Any weapon  Sep – Dec 2026 (varies by unit, season closes when quota met)
NEVADA MOUNTAIN GOAT
Any Weapon Sep 1 - Oct 31, 2026
NEVADA SHEEP SEASON DATES
Desert Bighorn Sheep Sept 1, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027 ((varies by unit)
California Bighorn Sheep Aug 20– Nov 30, 2026 (varies by unit)
Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep Sep 1, 2026 – Feb 20, 2027 (varies by unit)

Disclaimer: Nevada big game seasons vary widely by unit and are subject to change through regulation and quota adjustments. Hunters must review unit-specific regulations and verify with the Nevada Department of Wildlife: ndow.org.

YEAR BIG GAME GUIDED DEER DRAW
2026 May 29, 12:01 p.m. (PT) March 20
2025 May 23, 11:02 a.m. (PT) March 21
2024 May 17, 10:41 a.m. (PT) March 22
2023 May 19, 12:00 p.m. (PT) March 17
2022 May 20  
2021 May 21, 10:50 a.m. (PT)  
2020 May 20, 2:30 a.m. (PT)  
2019 May 24, 1:05 a.m. (PT)  
2018 May 25, 12:40 a.m. (PT)  
2017 May 26, 4:05 p.m. (PT)  
2016 May 27, 4:00 p.m. (PDT)  

6980 Sierra Center Pkwy
Reno, NV 89511
ph. 775-688-1500

 

Nevada Elk Hunting 2026

Nevada’s 2026-2027 Big Game Seasons and Applications regulations are available. Be sure to refer to this application booklet when applying for Nevada’s 2026 big game tags. You can download a copy from the website at www.eregulations.com/nevada/hunting/big-game. The 2026 Nevada application period is March 23 through May 13. Applications must be submitted by 11 p.m. PDT on the deadline day. Results will be released by May 29.

Application Deadline for Nevada Elk Hunting

The Nevada application deadline is May 13, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. (PDT).

 

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Nevada Elk Hunting Draw

Nevada is a must-apply state for anyone who dreams of having a big bull on their wall, but it comes with very steep draw odds. If you are already applying for other species, it is an absolute must, as it is only another $19 application fee. Nevada elk tags are extremely difficult to draw, and most non-resident hunters will get one Nevada elk tag in their lifetime if they are lucky. It is a good idea to go with an outfitter if you don’t have the time or friends to help you have a good self-guided hunt. If you draw a tag and want to talk about doing an outfitted or want help choosing an outfitter, give us a call. We work with the best elk outfitters in Nevada. A lot of Huntin’ Fool Endorsed Outfitters are averaging over 350” across all of their hunts in the better units.

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