Sage Grouse
hunting regulations.
Huntable in 8 states, 8 draw / limited entry. Click any state for the state-specific page.
Greater sage grouse are the largest North American grouse species, occupying the sage steppe of the Western US — Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Colorado, and California. Once nearly listed under the Endangered Species Act, populations have stabilized at significantly reduced numbers. Mature males display ornate breeding plumage at lek (mating ground) gatherings.
Sage grouse hunting is restricted with conservative bag limits and short seasons in most range states. Their range and population are tied directly to sagebrush habitat, which has been impacted by fire, conifer encroachment, and energy development.
Hunting regulations change. The information on this page reflects what we know about species presence and hunt availability based on state agency listings. For current season dates, bag limits, weapon restrictions, tag requirements, and reporting obligations, verify directly with your state wildlife agency. You are responsible for confirming current regulations before hunting.
Where sage grouse can be hunted
8 states- CaliforniaCalifornia Department of Fish and WildlifeDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- ColoradoColorado Parks and WildlifeDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- IdahoIdaho Department of Fish and GameDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- MontanaMontana Fish, Wildlife & ParksDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- NevadaNevada Department of WildlifeDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- OregonOregon Department of Fish and WildlifeDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- UtahUtah Division of Wildlife ResourcesDDraw / limited entryVerify →
- WyomingWyoming Game and Fish DepartmentDDraw / limited entryVerify →
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