Nevada Department of Wildlife
Tags, Licenses & the Draw
What the state charges, how the draw works, and which hunt you can book without one. Plain and simple.
NDOW Prices
Tag & License Prices
These are Nevada Department of Wildlife prices, paid to the state, not to the outfitter. You need a hunting license plus the tag for your species.
Resident
Nevada residents| Hunting license | $38 |
|---|---|
| Mountain lion | $29 |
| Deer | $30 |
| Antelope | $60 |
| Elk | $120 |
| Bighorn sheep | $120 |
Non-Resident
Out-of-state hunters| Hunting license | $155 |
|---|---|
| Mountain lion | $104 |
| Deer | $240 |
| Antelope | $300 |
| Cow elk | $500 |
| Elk | $1,200 |
| Bighorn sheep | $1,200 |
Confirm before you apply. Prices are current as of the last update to this page and can change. Always confirm current fees with the Nevada Department of Wildlife before you apply or buy.
The Draw, Explained
How Nevada Tags Work
Nevada is a draw state for most big game. That means the planning starts long before the season does.
Draw Species
Elk, mule deer, antelope, and Nelson desert bighorn sheep tags are draw only. You apply months before the season, and NDOW sets the application deadline each year.
Plan Early
Draw odds are tough, especially for mule deer and sheep. Call or text Justin before the deadline to talk through species, weapon, and units.
Or Skip the Draw
Mountain lion tags are over the counter and good statewide, two per person per calendar year. The lion season runs year-round, and there’s a no-kill photo hunt option too.
For application periods, bonus points, and the non-resident guided mule deer draw, see Nevada draw application help. For every season window in one place, see season dates.
By Species
Tag Type at a Glance
| Species | Tag | Hunt Page |
|---|---|---|
| Elk | Draw · bull, cow, and spike bull packages | Elk hunts |
| Mule Deer | Draw | Mule deer hunts |
| Antelope | Draw | Antelope hunts |
| Mountain Lion | Over the counter · statewide · 2 per person per year | Lion hunts |
| Bighorn Sheep | Draw · Nelson desert bighorn | Sheep hunts |
Moore Hounds & Outfitters
Need Help with the Draw?
Tell Justin what you want to hunt and he’ll talk through species, units, and seasons with you before the deadline.