Deer Tags
Utah Deer Tags
2026
Complete guide to deer tag requirements in Utah — official agency links, resident and nonresident tag fees, antlerless permits, bag limits, and how to purchase your tags. Utah manages mule deer through a controlled permit system with limited OTC tags available for general seasons. Most premium units require draw tags obtained through the preference point system. Utah is famous for producing record-class mule deer in its high desert country. Buck-to-doe ratios and population management are key priorities driving the permit system.
Separate Tag Required
Up to 1 Tags (Resident)
Resident Tag: $33
2026 Deer Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Tag Fee
$33
General season OTC tags available for most units; limited entry units via draw
Nonresident Fee
$268
per nonresident deer tag
Max Tags (Resident)
1
deer per season
Tag Required?
Yes
Purchase separately
Antlerless Tags
Resident: $20
Nonresident: $90
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Utah Deer Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Utah deer tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
Before buying a deer tag, you must have a valid Utah hunting license. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license for the season. You can purchase online at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Deer Tag(s)
Purchase your deer tag(s) separately from Utah Division of Wildlife Resources online, at a license agent, or at a sporting goods store.
Resident tags are $33 and nonresident tags are $268. Purchase online →
3
Know Your Requirements Before Hunting
Review Utah'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 Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website and at license agents. Utah Hunting License required. Deer permit 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
Utah Deer Tag Requirements
Utah Hunting License required. Deer permit required. Hunter education required.
Important Notes
Utah-Specific Tag Information
Limited entry unit draw applications due in January-February. Preference points help improve odds in future draws. General season tags available OTC.
Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (wildlife.utah.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and tag requirements directly with Utah Division of Wildlife Resources before purchasing.