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Regulations Updated Jan 29, 2026

Alaska Bag Limits

Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Alaska.

Alaska Bag Limits

Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Alaska. Updated for the current season.

12 species 7 big game 2 fish species 3 birds

Big Game

7 species

Game Birds

3 species

Fish Species

2 species

Total Species

12

Big Game

7 species in Alaska

Species Daily Possession Season Notes
Moose 1 - 1 per year Varies significantly by Game Management Unit
Caribou 1-5 - - Varies by herd and GMU
Black Bear 1-3 - Varies by unit Some units allow multiple bears
Brown Bear 1 - 1 every 4 years in some units -
Dall Sheep 1 - 1 full-curl ram per year -
Mountain Goat 1 - 1 per year -
Sitka Blacktail Deer 2-6 - - Varies by GMU

Upland Birds

2 species in Alaska

Species Daily Possession Season Notes
Ptarmigan 20 40 - -
Grouse 15 30 - Spruce, ruffed, sharp-tailed combined

Waterfowl

1 species in Alaska

Species Daily Possession Season Notes
Ducks 10 30 - Liberal limits in Pacific Flyway

Fish

2 species in Alaska

Species Daily Possession Season Size Limit Notes
Salmon Varies - - - Strictly regulated by species, location, and method
Halibut 2 - - No minimum Size retention rules vary by area

Alaska Special Notes

Alaska regulations vary dramatically by Game Management Unit (GMU). Always check specific unit regulations.

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Alaska Regulations Overview

State wildlife agency and regulations information

Species Covered
12 species with regulations
Big Game Species
  • Moose
  • Caribou
  • Black Bear
  • Brown Bear
  • Dall Sheep
  • Mountain Goat
Official Source: Alaska Department of Fish and Game
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This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.

Last verified: January 2026

Alaska Bag Limits FAQ

Common questions about harvest limits in Alaska

What is the deer bag limit in Alaska?

In Alaska, the daily deer limit is 2-6. Varies by GMU

What big game can I hunt in Alaska?

Alaska regulates: Moose, Black Bear, Brown Bear, Sitka Blacktail Deer. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.

What are the headline fishing limits in Alaska?

Top species in Alaska: Salmon Varies/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.

Are there Alaska-specific regulations to flag?

Alaska regulations vary dramatically by Game Management Unit (GMU). Always check specific unit regulations.

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