Arizona Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Arizona.
Arizona Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Arizona. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
5 species
Game Birds
5 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
13
Big Game
5 species in Arizona
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 1 | - | 1 per tag type | Draw required; multiple tags possible |
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | 1 per tag | Coues whitetail in southern units |
| Elk | 1 | - | 1 per year | Draw-only; highly competitive |
| Pronghorn | 1 | - | 1 per year | Draw required |
| Javelina | 1 | - | 1 per year | Draw or OTC depending on unit |
Upland Birds
3 species in Arizona
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Spring and fall seasons |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | Mourning and white-winged combined |
| Quail | 15 | 45 | - | Gambels, scaled, Mearns combined |
Fish
3 species in Arizona
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 13" minimum on most waters | - |
| Channel Catfish | No limit | - | - | - | - |
| Rainbow Trout | 6 | - | - | - | Some waters catch-and-release only |
Arizona Special Notes
Arizona uses a tag/draw system for most big game. Plan applications well in advance.
Arizona Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 13 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- Mule Deer
- White-tailed Deer
- Elk
- Pronghorn
- Javelina
- Wildlife Agency
- Arizona Game and Fish Department
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Arizona Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Arizona
What is the deer bag limit in Arizona?
In Arizona, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of 1 per tag. Coues whitetail in southern units
What big game can I hunt in Arizona?
Arizona regulates: Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Elk, Pronghorn. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Arizona?
Top species in Arizona: Largemouth Bass 6/day (13" minimum on most waters); Channel Catfish No limit/day; Rainbow Trout 6/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Arizona-specific regulations to flag?
Arizona uses a tag/draw system for most big game. Plan applications well in advance.
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