Big Game Tags
Missouri Big Game Tags
2026
Elk, moose, and black bear tag requirements in Missouri - resident and nonresident fees, species availability, draw versus over-the-counter access, and official purchase links. Missouri does not have huntable elk, black bear, or moose populations. A small elk herd has been reintroduced in the Peck Ranch area but hunting is not yet available.
2026 Big Game Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Elk Available?
No
No elk population
Bear Available?
No
No bear hunting season
Moose Available?
No
No moose population
Draw Required?
No / OTC
Tags sold over-the-counter
Species & Fees
Missouri Big Game Species Overview
Elk
Elk are not present in Missouri or there is no elk hunting season.
Black Bear
Black bear hunting is not available in Missouri or there is no established season.
Moose
Moose are not hunted in Missouri. No established moose hunting season.
No elk, bear, or moose hunting seasons currently
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Missouri Big Game Tag
Follow these steps to successfully obtain your Missouri big game tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Missouri hunting license is required before purchasing or applying for big game tags. Buy your license online at the Missouri Department of Conservation website, at a licensed sporting goods store, or from an authorized license agent.
2
Purchase Your Tag
Missouri big game tags are sold over-the-counter. Purchase online through Missouri Department of Conservation's license portal or at a licensed retailer.
Purchase online →
3
Review Species-Specific Regulations
Study Missouri Department of Conservation's current big game regulations for your target species: legal shooting hours, legal weapons, unit boundaries, antler restrictions, and transport requirements. Regulations are available on the agency website and at license dealers. N/A
4
Tag & Report Your Harvest
Upon harvesting your big game animal, immediately fill out and attach your tag before moving the animal. Many states require big game harvest to be reported within 24–48 hours through an online or phone reporting system. Keep your license and tag on your person at all times while hunting and during transport.
Requirements
Missouri Big Game Tag Requirements
N/A
Important Notes
Missouri-Specific Big Game Information
Elk reintroduction program ongoing; no hunting season yet.
Source: Missouri Department of Conservation (mdc.mo.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Big game tag fees and draw deadlines change annually - always confirm directly with Missouri Department of Conservation before applying or purchasing.