Mountain goat hunting in Utah offers some of the best harvest opportunities in the West. Most units maintain a 100% success rate, with rare exceptions typically resulting from hunters passing on available goats or being unprepared for the physical demands of the hunt. Overall trophy quality is average, with few goats exceeding the 50” mark or reaching 10” horn length; however, there are still ample opportunities to harvest mature billies for those fortunate enough to draw a permit.
Non-residents have access to the same five hunts this year as last year. Among these, the Wasatch Mountains (Timpanogos, La Sals, High Uintas (West), and Nebo units tend to be the most physically demanding. That said, all of these units also contain areas where successful hunts can be accomplished with long day hikes rather than extended backcountry efforts. The Beaver unit in particular can be physically challenging, but most goats are located within day-hiking distance, eliminating the need for overnight pack-ins.
Ultimately, any mountain goat tag in Utah is a highly sought-after opportunity. We consistently recommend applying for the mountain goat if you are already planning the draw for other Utah species. Beginning last year, a revised interpretation of the 10% non-resident quota resulted in four of the five hunts offering two non-resident permits, allowing bonus permits to be issued in those units. Beaver Early was the lone exception, offering only one non-resident tag. With an application fee of just $21, this hunt represents excellent value for anyone lucky enough to draw a once-in-a-lifetime permit.
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| Non-Resident Hunting License | $147.17 |
| Youth (17 and younger) Non-Resident Hunting License | $44.97 |
| Application Fee per Species | $21.46 |
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| Rocky Mountain Goat | $3,564.74 |
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