2026-2027 Season

Elk Season
British Columbia

Elk (also known as Wapiti) are majestic big game animals found primarily in western Canada. They offer challenging hunts in mountainous and foothill terrain.

204 Upcoming WMUs
204 Total WMUs

Upcoming Seasons (204)

WMU 4-16 Point Bulls

Sep 10 2026 - Oct 20 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-1BullsBow only

Sep 1 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-26 Point Bulls

Sep 10 2026 - Oct 20 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-2BullsBow only

Sep 1 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-36 Point Bulls

Sep 10 2026 - Oct 20 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-3BullsBow only

Sep 1 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-46 Point Bulls

Sep 10 2026 - Oct 20 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-4BullsBow only

Sep 1 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-56 Point Bulls

Sep 10 2026 - Oct 20 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming
WMU 4-5BullsBow only

Sep 1 2026 - Sep 9 2026

Possession: 1
Upcoming

+ 194 more upcoming WMUs

Elk Hunting Tips

1.

Bugling is effective during the September rut

2.

Glass hillsides and meadow edges at dawn and dusk

3.

Physical fitness is important for mountain hunting

4.

Many areas require draw tags - apply early

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Disclaimer: Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify with British Columbia's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.