Oregon Deer Tags 2026 - Cost, Limits & Requirements | WildNotch.com
Deer Tags

Oregon Deer Tags
2026

Complete guide to deer tag requirements in Oregon — official agency links, resident and nonresident tag fees, antlerless permits, bag limits, and how to purchase your tags. Oregon manages Columbian blacktail, Sitka blacktail, and mule deer through a combination of OTC and draw licenses by management unit. Most western Oregon coastal zones allow OTC archery deer tags; eastern Oregon mule deer units are draw-only in many areas. Oregon has excellent quality deer hunting opportunities across its diverse terrain from coast to high desert.

Separate Tag Required Up to 2 Tags (Resident) Resident Tag: $28
2026 Deer Tag Quick Facts Verified 2026
Resident Tag Fee
$28
OTC western Oregon deer tags available; eastern OR draws required for most units
Nonresident Fee
$271
per nonresident deer tag
Max Tags (Resident)
2
deer per season
Tag Required?
Yes
Purchase separately
Antlerless Tags
Resident: $15
Nonresident: $50
Step-by-Step

How to Get Your Oregon Deer Tag

Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Oregon deer tag for the 2026 season.

1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
Before buying a deer tag, you must have a valid Oregon hunting license. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license for the season. You can purchase online at the Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Deer Tag(s)
Purchase your deer tag(s) separately from Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife online, at a license agent, or at a sporting goods store. Resident tags are $28 and nonresident tags are $271. Purchase online →
3
Know Your Requirements Before Hunting
Review Oregon's current deer hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal deer definitions, antler restrictions (if any), and zone-specific rules. Regulations are available on the Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife website and at license agents. Oregon Hunting License required. Deer Tag required. Hunter education required.
4
Immediately Tag Your Harvest
Upon harvesting a deer, you must immediately fill out your deer tag and attach it to the deer before moving it. Most states require you to notch the month and day, then attach it to a visible location. Keep your license and tags on your person while hunting and during transport.
Requirements

Oregon Deer Tag Requirements

Oregon Hunting License required. Deer Tag required. Hunter education required.
Important Notes

Oregon-Specific Tag Information

Eastern Oregon draw application deadline is typically April 15. OTC archery tags available for western zones. Check unit regulations carefully.
Source: Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (myodfw.com). Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and tag requirements directly with Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife before purchasing.