Oregon Elk Season 2026-27
Open nowOregon's elk season opens 2026-08-29 and closes 2026-11-27. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide (general units)
General archery
- Opens
- August 29, 2026
- Closes
- September 27, 2026
- Bag limit
- Dates vary by WMU; see ODFW regulations.
- Opens in 41 days
Eastern Oregon general units
Second bull season
- Opens
- November 7, 2026
- Closes
- November 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- First bull season dates not captured.
- Opens in 41 days
Cascade units
Cascade general rifle
- Opens
- November 7, 2026
- Closes
- November 13, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 48 days
Coast units
Coast bull - first season
- Opens
- November 14, 2026
- Closes
- November 17, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 55 days
Coast units
Coast bull - second season
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- November 27, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt. Dates may vary by unit, hunt number, permit, or local closure.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
- Important warning
- This listing includes dates that vary by unit, draw, permit, or regulation. The official source controls.
Frequently asked questions
Oregon's elk season opens 2026-08-29 and closes 2026-11-27. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.