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 Upcoming WMUs
8 Total WMUs

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Elk season dates in Ontario differ across 151 WMUs. Enter your postal code below to see the dates for your unit, or browse the WMU list further down.

Season dates vary by WMU in Ontario.

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Upcoming Seasons (8)

WMU 57Harvest Area 1 (Draw)

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

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WMU 57Harvest Area 2 (Draw)

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

Residency: Resident
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WMU 58Harvest Area 3 (Draw)

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

Residency: Resident
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WMU 60Harvest Area 4 (Draw)

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

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

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

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

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

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

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

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

Sep 15 2026 - Sep 28 2026

Residency: Resident
Upcoming

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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 Ontario's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.

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