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Alaska Dall Sheep Hunting 2026

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*Guide Required for all non-residents*

As with most of the continent, Alaska continues to have strange weather events. Luckily for the Dall sheep, we haven’t seen any new die off events caused by winter weather. Most guides and hunters are reporting decent numbers of ewes and lambs across the mountain ranges that hold sheep populations. While overall numbers are a far cry from the early 2000’s, there is hope on the horizon for those fortunate enough to be able to afford a guided Dall sheep hunt in the future.

Alaska Dall Sheep Mandatory Hunting Checklist 

Plenty of paperwork and items are required to hunt Dall Sheep in Alaska. While your guide may be assisting with this process, it is wise to ensure you have all items ready in advance. You must also take a new full-curl identification quiz. 
 
All items below must be carried with you while in the field: 
 
  1. 1. Non-Resident Hunting License (valid for the calendar year).
    1. Printed and signed 
    2. Harvest ticket number(s) written in on bottom portion
  2. 2. Harvest Ticket (GS000) or Draw Permit (DSXXX)
    1. 2026 GS000 - General Season Dall Sheep Harvest Ticket 
      1. Printed and signed
      2. Harvest ticket is free ($0.00)
      3. Can be obtained in person at an ADF&G License Vendor.
    2. or 2026 DSxxx - Dall Sheep Draw Permit
      1. This yellow card permit would have been mailed to you in July 2026.
    3. The ticket for notching the date must be carried with you at all times
    4. The harvest report card will be completed after harvest and delivered to the biologist when the sheep horns are sealed during the physical check in process.
  3. 3. Locking Tag - Dall Sheep (physical metal tag that will be affixed to the horns, skull, or hide)
    1. Can be purchased online and received in the mail (allow 2-3 weeks for delivery)
    2. Can be purchased in person at an ADF&G License Vendor in state right before the hunt
  4. 4. Tag Purchase Record
    1. Printed, signed, and kept with the locking tag
    2. Will be mailed along with the locking tag
  5. 5. Full-Curl Identification Online Quiz (new for 2026)
    1. All general season (harvest ticket) hunters must complete the quiz and print their certificate
    2. Review the full-curl booklet for detailed study information
  6. 6. Registered Guide Hunt Record (received from outfitter the day the hunt begins)
    1. The yellow copy must be carried while in the field on a guided hunt
  7. 7. Hunter Education Certificate (required if born after January 1, 1986)
  8. 8. Bowhunter Education Certificate
    1. Required for all hunters on archery-only big game hunts
    2. Required for all hunters born after January 1, 1986 using archery equipment on big game hunts 

 

How to Purchase Online your 2026 Alaska Sheep Hunting License and Tag: 
 
  1. 1. Go to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game homepage and click on the Get License, Tags & Selected Permits on the right-hand side of the screen. 
  2. 2. Select either Shop as Guest or Sign In and Shop. 
    • Fill in the required information and click Start Shopping. 
  3. 3. Select Fishing, Hunting, Trapping Licenses & Stamps. 
  4. 4. Under Products for 2026, select Annual Hunt $160, and click Add to Cart. 
  5. 5. Go to the menu on the left titled Store Sections, click Big Game Locking Tags, and add a Sheep Tag ($850.00) to your cart. 
  6. 6. Go back to the menu on the left, click Hunting Permits/Harvest Tickets, scroll down to Dall Sheep, and add 2026 – GS000 – General Season Sheep Harvest Ticket ($0.00) to your cart. 
  7. 7. Answer the verification questions by selecting Yes, then continue to your cart. 
  8. 8. Proceed to Checkout. 
  9. 9. Complete the remaining required questions. Your hunting license information should auto-fill. For the remaining fields, use the following information: 
    • Community of Principal Residence: Leave blank (no selection required) 
    • Guide Type: Master or Registered Alaskan Guide 
    • Guide Name 
    • Guide City of Residence
  10. 10. Review your order and complete the purchase.
You will want to print out your Hunting License and Harvest Ticket. They will mail you the locking tag. As of 2026, all Dall sheep hunters are required to successfully complete a Sheep Hunter Orientation course prior to participating in any general-season harvest-ticket hunt from August 10 through September 20 where the bag limit is full-curl horn or larger. Proof of completion is required in the field.
 
Mandatory Dall Sheep Full-Curl Identification Quiz: 
 
  1. 1. Take the orientation quiz and pass it: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/WildlifeConservationQuizzes/Details?id=15 
  2. 2. Print your certification card and carry it with you in the field. 
  3. 3. Send a copy to your outfitter before your hunt. This can be a photo or pdf of the signed certification card.
This is a mandatory requirement from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Failure to complete the orientation quiz and carry proof of certification could result in a citation or being unable to legally hunt. If you have any questions or need help completing the above steps, give us a call at 435-865-1020

 

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Alaska Dall Sheep Dates

Dall Sheep season runs from August 10th to September 20th depending on season and location.

Remember, Alaska imposes a restriction of one ram per non-resident every four regulatory years, regardless of whether it’s from a draw unit or over-the-counter area. Residents may hunt and harvest Dall sheep every regulatory year.
 
The sheep draw hunts in the following table aren’t about ensuring trophy hunts but rather limiting hunter numbers. Only one area, the Tok Management Area, is designated for trophy management, but is still only offering 10 total permits. The Chugach Mountains in units 13 and 14 are known for their heavy horn genetics and were home to some great rams taken during the 2025 fall season. But keep in mind, overall sheep numbers are extremely low as well.

If a hunter’s goal is simply to pursue a legal ram with a qualified guide, there are quite a few over-the-counter in general season units across most mountain ranges in the state. Regardless of the draw units or general units, guided Dall sheep hunts will cost between $30,000 and $55,000 in Alaska.
 

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Application Dates for Draw-only Dall Sheep Permits in Alaska

Alaska’s application deadline is 5 p.m. (AKST) on December 15, 2026.

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2026 Alaska Non-Resident Dall Sheep Hunting Fees

UP-FRONT FEES  
Non-Resident Annual Hunting License $160
Non-Resident Alien Annual Hunting License $630
Application Fee (draw only hunts, each choice) $5
LOCKING-TAG FEES (Purchase Before Hunt)  
Dall Sheep Non-Resident Locking Tag $850
Dall Sheep Non-Resident Alien Locking Tag $1,100

 

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