Hunting in Utah

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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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Hunting in Utah: What you need to know

Welcome to Utah, a state renowned for its breathtaking views and diverse wildlife. With a variety of diverse landscapes from snow-covered peaks reaching out to over 13,000 feet to arid deserts, conifer woods, salt lakes and plateaus, not to mention 23 million acres of public land, Utah offers some of the most remarkable hunting experiences in the United States.

Mar 8, 2024

Hunting in Utah: What you need to know

Hunting methods

Stalking 32 hunts

Rifle Hunting 27 hunts

Bow Hunting 25 hunts

All methods (14)

Game classification

Big Game 32 hunts

Predators 12 hunts

Dangerous Game 11 hunts

All classifications (6)

Reviews

Gabi

9.7

of 10

Verified review

Jul 13, 2023

Excellent hunting experience

9.7

of 10

Sunrise Outfitting

Outfitter

Reliable

High Quality

Useful

Good Value for Money

Matthew

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Jan 10, 2025

Excellent hunting experience

10.0

of 10

Wild West Outfitters

Outfitter

Todd

United States

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Mar 6, 2019

Successful hunt in really tough conditions

10.0

of 10

Wild West Outfitters

Outfitter

Working directly, one on one with the Outfitter/Guide/PH. Kyle had incredible knowledge about the management units and where the lions could/would be found. Even in the difficult weather conditions, Kyle kept a really professional and positive attitude. That, coupled with his dogged perseverance made this hunt a great experience, and the successful conclusion on the last day of the hunt was simply a bonus! I plan to hunt with Kyle again, either for another Cougar, or hopefully for Elk, Mule deer, or Pronghorn!

The weather conditions made it incredibly difficult to find mountain lions, even though we covered multiple management units and numerous canyons searching for them. In the end, even the challenging weather turned into a positive part of the entire experience, because it demonstrated the commitment of the PH to locate the quarry.

Reliable

High Quality

Useful

Unique

Good Value for Money

Kevin

United States

10.0

of 10

Verified review

Mar 15, 2019

Very Well Trained Hounds!

10.0

of 10

Wild West Outfitters

Outfitter

As a seasoned bear hunter from Virginia, I have been working with bear hounds for years. However, nothing impress me more than his well trained hounds! The hunting condition was far far from ideal. We had very few thick bushes for the lions to leave scent, the temperature was going up and down in double digits every single day, which caused the new snow to melt and refrozen constantly(lion scent suppressed). All these terrible weather conditions made me feel that I could not blame him even if we don't tree a lion. However, he knows exactly what to do as a hound handler in these conditions, he got out of his truck and hiked long miles with the hounds and guide the hounds towards the right directions. We treed two lions in three days and I made the kill on the last day of the hunt! They are the one that will go above and beyond to make sure you get what you are here for.

There is nothing I didn't like about them. However, Utah got some stupid rules regarding lion tag, make sure you buy your lion tag at least three days before the hunt! The State of Utah has a 3 days waiting period for lion hunt.

Reliable

High Quality

Good Value for Money