WA Mountain Goat Hunting

Washington Mountain Goat Season Dates 2026

Mountain Goat season in Washington runs Sep 1 – Nov 30 across 5 GMUs.

5 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Firearm

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone Goat Rocks EastFirearmOct 1 — Nov 30———
Zone Goat Rocks WestFirearmOct 1 — Nov 30———
Zone Mt. Margaret BackcountryFirearmOct 1 — Nov 30———
Zone Mt. St. Helens SouthFirearmOct 1 — Nov 30———
Zone Naches PassFirearmSep 1 — Nov 30———

Mountain Goat in Washington: FAQ

When is mountain goat season in Washington?

Mountain Goat season in Washington currently runs Sep 1 to Nov 30, across 5 season rows and 5 GMUs, split by weapon (Firearm).

Where is the best place to hunt mountain goat in Washington?

The best GMUs for mountain goat in Washington depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per GMU above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Mountain Goat hunt in Washington

View GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see Washington seasons, public land, and license.

Mountain Goat in Washington: parcels + public land