Washington Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Washington.
Washington Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Washington. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
7 species
Game Birds
7 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
17
Big Game
7 species in Washington
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | Western Washington |
| Mule Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | Eastern Washington |
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | Eastern Washington |
| Elk | 1 | - | Per tag held | Roosevelt and Rocky Mountain |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Once-in-lifetime draw |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | - |
| Mountain Lion | 1 | - | 1 per year | - |
Upland Birds
5 species in Washington
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 2 | - | 3 per year | - |
| Pheasant | 3 | 9 | - | Eastern WA |
| Chukar | 6 | 18 | - | - |
| Quail | 10 | 30 | - | - |
| Grouse | 4 | 12 | - | Blue, ruffed, spruce |
Fish
3 species in Washington
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steelhead | 2 | - | - | - | Wild vs hatchery rules |
| Salmon | Varies | - | - | - | Species and area specific |
| Rainbow Trout | 5 | - | - | - | Varies by water |
Washington Special Notes
Washington has GMU-specific regulations. Special permit draws for premium hunts.
Washington Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 17 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- Black-tailed Deer
- Mule Deer
- White-tailed Deer
- Elk
- Moose
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Washington Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Washington
What is the deer bag limit in Washington?
In Washington, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per tag held. Western Washington
What big game can I hunt in Washington?
Washington regulates: Black-tailed Deer, Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer, Elk, 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 Washington?
Top species in Washington: Salmon Varies/day; Rainbow Trout 5/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Washington-specific regulations to flag?
Washington has GMU-specific regulations. Special permit draws for premium hunts.
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