Seasons & Tags

Washington discounted combination packages bundle multiple big game tags into reduced-price purchases for economical hunting.

Washington second species tag combinations let hunters plan multiple big game seasons using combination licenses and bear tags.

Washington nonresident hunting tag availability, including Big Game Combo License costs, general season options, and special permit rules.

Washington general season deer, elk, bear, and cougar tag purchases require buying licenses before hunting opens.

Washington over-the-counter hunting tags provide general season access for deer, elk, bear, and cougar without lottery draws.

Washington hunting licenses run from April 1st to March 31st, impacting special permit applications and purchase timing.

Reporting wildlife poaching in Washington protects animals by identifying illegal harvests, out-of-season hunting, and bag limit violations.

Washington wildlife violation penalties include fines, revoked privileges, and jail time for hunters breaking laws enforced by the WDFW.

Washington hunting regulations operate on a three-year cycle managed by the Department of Fish and Wildlife to stabilize seasons.

Washington hunting rules and the triennial regulatory cycle explained for hunters submitting feedback to the Fish and Wildlife Commission.