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 Closed WMUs
204 Total WMUs

Closed Seasons (204)

WMU 4-16 Point Bulls

Sept 10 2025 - Oct 20 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-1BullsBow only

Sept 1 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-26 Point Bulls

Sept 10 2025 - Oct 20 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-2BullsBow only

Sept 1 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-36 Point Bulls

Sept 10 2025 - Oct 20 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-3BullsBow only

Sept 1 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-46 Point Bulls

Sept 10 2025 - Oct 20 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-4BullsBow only

Sept 1 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-56 Point Bulls

Sept 10 2025 - Oct 20 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 4-5BullsBow only

Sept 1 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed

+ 194 more closed 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

Related British Columbia Hunting Seasons

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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.