Alligator Hunting
Utah Alligator
Hunting Tags 2026
Tag requirements, draw system, fees, and season information for alligator hunting in Utah. Alligators are not native to Utah. The state's arid, high-desert and mountainous landscape combined with cold winters make it entirely unsuitable for wild alligators. There is no alligator hunting season.
2026 Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
See agency
Contact for fees
Non-Resident Fee
Varies
Per tag
Draw Required
No
Lottery system
Season
No alligator season
Typical period
Step-by-Step
How to Get an Alligator Hunting Tag in Utah
1
Purchase a Utah Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required before applying for or receiving alligator tags. Purchase through Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.
2
Purchase Your Tag Directly
Utah does not require a draw for all alligator tags. Contact Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for tag availability and purchase methods.
3
Attach CITES Tag at Harvest
Contact Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for specific tagging and documentation requirements after harvest.
Season Information
2026 Alligator Season in Utah
No alligator season
Important Notes
Utah-Specific Information
Utah's high-desert and mountainous terrain with cold winters are entirely incompatible with wild alligator survival.
Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (wildlife.utah.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current draw dates and tag availability with Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.