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Arizona Elk Season 2025

Arizona elk season dates start with opens Aug 1, 2025. The table below keeps every listed elk row together with zones and notes where available.

Quick answer

Arizona's listed 2025 elk season runs opens Aug 1, 2025.

Firearm General Elk opens Sep 12, 2025.

Muzzleloader Elk opens Sep 26, 2025.

The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Arizona Game & Fish Dept..

Last verified: · Source: Arizona Game & Fish Dept.

Elk

Elk

Archery

Closed
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Dates vary by Hunt Area with earliest opening date of August 1, 2025. HAMs (handgun, archery, muzzleloader, shotgun) additional opportunities available.

Elk

Firearm General

Closed
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Dates vary by Hunt Area with earliest opening day of September 12, 2025.

Elk

Muzzleloader

Closed
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Dates vary by Hunt Area with earliest opening date of September 26, 2025.

Elk

Youth

Closed
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Youth: October 3–12 or October 10–16, 2025.

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Arizona Elk Season FAQ

When does elk season open in Arizona?

August 1, 2025 is the earliest listed elk opener in Arizona — archery elk runs opens Aug 1, 2025. Confirm zone and permit details with Arizona Game & Fish Dept..

What are the 2025 elk season dates in Arizona?

Arizona lists 4 elk season windows: Archery Elk (opens Aug 1, 2025); Firearm General Elk (opens Sep 12, 2025); Muzzleloader Elk (opens Sep 26, 2025); Youth Elk (Oct 3-16, 2025). Always verify against Arizona Game & Fish Dept. before hunting.

Are there different elk seasons in Arizona?

Yes — Arizona lists separate elk seasons for Archery Elk, Firearm General Elk, Muzzleloader Elk, Youth Elk. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Arizona Game & Fish Dept..

Do I need a license to hunt elk in Arizona?

Yes. Arizona generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and elk hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Arizona Game & Fish Dept..