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About hunting in Utah
Utah is one of the most scenic states in the western United States, known for its rugged and diverse geography ranging from arid deserts to forested mountain valleys. From the high peaks of the Wasatch Range in the central part of the state to the stunning sandstone arches and pinnacles of the southwest, Utah is a feast for the eyes and home to healthy populations of big and small game.
Utah has an impressive variety of big game to hunt, including mule deer, elk, mountain goat, moose, bighorn sheep, pronghorn, mountain lion, and bison. Utah is especially famous for its large-antlered elk and mule deer. In fact, the largest non-typical elk on record, the “Spider Bull,” was shot in Utah in 2008 and scored 478 5/8 B&C points. Small game and bird hunting is excellent in Utah as well, with pheasants, ducks, geese, rabbits, sage grouse, forest grouse, chukar, doves, and wild turkeys available in good numbers.
One of Utah’s most famous hunting areas is the Book Cliffs, a 200-mile-long stretch of wild land that is considered longest continuous escarpment in the world. Most of the Book Cliffs are public lands, making this a popular backcountry hunting destination where a limited number of licenses are available for trophy-class elk and mule deer.
Resident and nonresident permits for general hunts, including some over-the-counter elk and deer permits, can be purchased on a first-come, first-served basis from license dealers statewide, from DWR offices, and via the internet. These permits are usually valid only for a certain unit. Special hunt permits are allotted via lotteries, with application periods beginning in early January.
With some exceptions, hunters in Utah must wear 400 square inches of blaze orange on the head, chest, and back during the rifle seasons. Learn more about Utah’s hunting regulations at here.
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Reviews
Matt
United States
9.7
Verified review
Sep 29, 2024
Epic Colorado
9.7
Allout Outfitters
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Accommodations
Location
Hospitality
Client review
United States
8.7
Verified review
Apr 22, 2024
Great Chase
8.7
Allout Outfitters
Outfitter
Amazing experience and time.
Couldn’t find a lion that week. There were multiple tracks but no kill. Still had a great time. Very rugged hunting.
Client review
United States
10.0
Verified review
Jan 26, 2024
FANTASTIC HUNT
10.0
Allout Outfitters
Outfitter
FRIENDLY, HARD WORKING FOLKS, EXCELLENT GUIDING SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE AREAS WE HUNTED. I ENJOYED WATCHING THE TEAM WORK TOGETHER LIKE A WELL OILED MACHINE
Gabi
9.7
Verified review
Jul 13, 2023
Excellent hunting experience
9.7
Sunrise Outfitting
Outfitter
Reliable
High Quality
Useful
Good Value for Money
Matthew
10.0
Verified review
Jan 10, 2025
Excellent hunting experience
10.0
Wild West Outfitters
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Miroslav
7.3
Verified review
May 31, 2023
Good hunting experience
7.3
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Top hunts
Limited Entry Elk 2025
Utah, United States
Elk
Rifle Hunting, Stalking
Season: Aug 19, 25 - Aug 24, 25
Package price
C$6,114
for 6 days, 1 hunter
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Cougar Hunts with Dogs 1x1
Utah, United States
Mountain lion
Rifle Hunting, Stalking, Walk up With Dogs
Season: Dec 1, 24 - Dec 1, 25
Package price
C$8,831
for 5 days, 1 hunter
Online payment
2025 Limited Entry Mule Deer
Utah, United States
Mule deer
Bow Hunting, Muzzleloader, Rifle Hunting, Stalking
Season: Aug 19, 25 - Nov 9, 25
Package price
C$5,435
for 9 days, 1 hunter
Online payment

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