Complete guide to archery hunting in Oregon - stamp and license requirements, crossbow rules, draw weight and broadhead specifications, and archery deer and elk season dates.
Oregon requires a separate archery license for archery-only seasons. Crossbows are NOT permitted during archery-only seasons. Oregon offers archery seasons for deer, elk, bear, and cougar.
Archery Stamp Required
Min. Draw Weight: 40 lbs
2026 Archery License Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$15.50
Archery stamp fee
Nonresident Fee
$15.50
NR stamp fee
Min. Draw Weight
40 lbs
Minimum for legal archery hunting
Crossbow
Not in archery season
Separate season may apply
License & Stamp Details
Oregon Archery License Requirements
Review all archery license and stamp requirements before your hunt. Regulations change annually.
Requirement
Details
Archery Stamp Required
Yes - separate archery stamp required
Stamp Fee (Resident)
$15.50
Stamp Fee (Nonresident)
$15.50
Resident License Fee
$31.50
Nonresident License Fee
$167.50
Standalone Archery License
Requires base hunting license
Sunday Hunting
Allowed
Equipment Rules
Oregon Archery Equipment Specifications
Legal archery equipment requirements in Oregon. Using non-compliant equipment during archery season can result in citation and license revocation.
Draw Weight
40 lbs min.
Minimum draw weight required for big game archery hunting in Oregon.
Arrow Length
No minimum arrow length specified. Standard hunting arrows (26"–32") are typical.
Broadhead Requirement
Broadheads are required for big game hunting.
Both fixed-blade and mechanical broadheads are generally accepted.
Other Equipment Rules
Lighted nocks: Allowed
Rangefinder: Allowed Minimum 40 lb draw weight. Broadheads required. No crossbows during archery-only seasons. No electronic bows.
Crossbow Regulations
Oregon Crossbow Rules for Archery Season
Crossbows are not permitted during the traditional archery season in Oregon.
Crossbows are NOT permitted during archery-only seasons. Disabled hunters with ODFW-issued permits may use crossbows during archery season. A separate crossbow or late-season permit may be available - check with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife for current rules.
Season Dates
Oregon Archery Season Dates
Approximate archery season dates for 2026. Season dates may vary by zone or wildlife management unit - always confirm with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Archery Deer Season
Aug 24
Through Sep 28
Archery Elk Season
Aug 24
Through Sep 28
Important Notes
Oregon-Specific Archery Rules
Oregon archery tags are draw-based for most units. The archery deer and elk season in late August/September covers early bugling for elk. Apply by the draw deadline in May. Cascade Mountain and Blue Mountain units are popular.