Utah Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Utah.
Utah Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Utah. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
8 species
Game Birds
7 species
Fish Species
2 species
Total Species
17
Big Game
8 species in Utah
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 1 | - | 1-2 per year | General and limited entry units |
| Elk | 1 | - | 1 per year | Limited entry and general any-bull |
| Pronghorn | 1 | - | 1 per year | Draw required |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Once-in-a-lifetime |
| Bighorn Sheep | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | - |
| Mountain Goat | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | - |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Limited entry hunt |
| Mountain Lion | 1 | - | 1 per year | - |
Upland Birds
5 species in Utah
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | - |
| Chukar | 5 | 15 | - | - |
| Hungarian Partridge | 5 | 15 | - | - |
| Pheasant | 2 | 6 | - | Limited areas |
| Quail | 10 | 30 | - | - |
Fish
2 species in Utah
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 4 | - | - | Varies by water | - |
| Brown Trout | 2 | - | - | - | Trophy waters have special regs |
Utah Special Notes
Utah uses bonus/preference point system. Multiple years to draw premium tags.
Utah Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 17 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- Mule Deer
- Elk
- Pronghorn
- Moose
- Bighorn Sheep
- Mountain Goat
- Wildlife Agency
- Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Utah Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Utah
What big game can I hunt in Utah?
Utah regulates: Mule Deer, Elk, Pronghorn, Moose, Black Bear. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Utah?
Top species in Utah: Rainbow Trout 4/day (Varies by water); Brown Trout 2/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Utah-specific regulations to flag?
Utah uses bonus/preference point system. Multiple years to draw premium tags.
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