Hunting in Alaska
Everything you need to hunt legally in Alaska. Access shooting hours calculators, season dates, bag limits, license costs, and hunter education requirements all in one place.
Quick Facts
Digital License
Accepted in field
License Year
January 1 - December 31
Wildlife Agency
ADF&G
Draw System
random points
Updated: January 2026
Alaska Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in Alaska.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in Alaska based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
5 species tracked
Find all Alaska hunting season dates by species and method. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and more with archery, rifle, and muzzleloader dates.
License Cost Calculator
From $45 resident
Compare Alaska hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
12 species covered
Alaska bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
Alaska hunter education requirements. Find out if you need certification, available exemptions, and approved course providers.
Complete License Guide
All license types & pricing
Detailed guide to all Alaska hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
Alaska License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Hunting | $45.00 | $160.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $29.00 | $145.00 |
| Moose/Caribou Tag | $25.00 | $800.00 |
| Brown Bear Tag | $25.00 | $1000.00 |
Alaska Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Alaska.
Deer
Aug 1
to Dec 31
Moose
Sep 1
to Sep 25
Elk
Sep 1
to Nov 15
Bear
Sep 1
to Oct 15
Bear
Apr 15
to May 31
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
ADF&G
Digital License Info: Digital licenses available through ADF&G online store. Remote areas may require satellite communication.
Hunter Education
Alaska requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near Alaska.
Store Your Alaska License in Hunter Passport
Keep your AK hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.