Archery License

Wyoming Archery
License 2026

Complete guide to archery hunting in Wyoming - stamp and license requirements, crossbow rules, draw weight and broadhead specifications, and archery deer and elk season dates. Wyoming offers archery seasons for deer, elk, antelope, and bear across its vast public lands. Crossbows are not permitted during archery-only seasons. Wyoming's limited-entry archery elk and deer tags are highly coveted.

Min. Draw Weight: 40 lbs

2026 Archery License Quick Facts Verified 2026

Resident Fee

$46.00

License fee

Nonresident Fee

$279.00

NR license fee

Min. Draw Weight

40 lbs

Minimum for legal archery hunting

Crossbow

Not in archery season

Separate season may apply

License & Stamp Details

Wyoming Archery License Requirements

Review all archery license and stamp requirements before your hunt. Regulations change annually.

Requirement	Details
Archery Stamp Required	No - included with hunting license
Resident License Fee	$46.00
Nonresident License Fee	$279.00
Standalone Archery License	Requires base hunting license
Sunday Hunting	Allowed

Equipment Rules

Wyoming Archery Equipment Specifications

Legal archery equipment requirements in Wyoming. 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 Wyoming.

Arrow Length

20" min.

Minimum arrow length required in Wyoming.

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. Arrow minimum 20 inches. Broadheads minimum 7/8" cutting width. No crossbows in archery season.

Crossbow Regulations

Wyoming Crossbow Rules for Archery Season

Crossbows are not permitted during the traditional archery season in Wyoming. Crossbows are NOT permitted during archery-only seasons. Disabled hunters may apply for a crossbow permit. A separate crossbow or late-season permit may be available - check with Wyoming Game and Fish Department for current rules.

Season Dates

Wyoming Archery Season Dates

Approximate archery season dates for 2026. Season dates may vary by zone or wildlife management unit - always confirm with Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

Archery Deer Season

Sep 1

Through Sep 30

Archery Elk Season

Sep 1

Through Sep 30

Important Notes

Wyoming-Specific Archery Rules

Wyoming archery tags are mostly limited-entry — apply in the draw by May 31. Some general deer and antelope archery licenses are available OTC. The Bighorn and Wind River backcountry are premier elk bowhunting destinations.

Source: Wyoming Game and Fish Department (wgfd.wyo.gov). Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current license fees, equipment specs, and season dates directly with the agency before hunting.

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