2026-2027 Season

Elk Season
Ontario

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

8 Closed WMUs
8 Total WMUs

Closed Seasons (8)

WMU 57Harvest Area 1 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 57Harvest Area 2 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 58Harvest Area 3 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 60Harvest Area 4 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 61Harvest Area 5 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 61Harvest Area 6 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 62Harvest Area 7 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 63AHarvest Area 8 (Draw)

Sept 15 2025 - Sept 28 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed

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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Elk Season in Other Provinces

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