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Utah hunting

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Posted July 6, 2010, 10:58 am

Cougars

Information about hunting and pursuing cougars in Utah

Cougar hunting guidebook

Cougar Guidebook

Download the 2018–19 guidebook for important information on the rules, regulations and season dates for hunting and pursuing cougars in Utah.

Important dates

See our wildlife calendar for dates and deadlines.

Hunting maps

  • View interactive maps or hunt tables for cougar hunting units — Table | Map

Harvest-objective permits

Harvest-objective permits are available over-the-counter. Before each hunting trip, make sure you verify that the unit is still open.

  • Visit Cougar harvest-objective information to see which units are still open. This information is updated often during the season.
  • Call toll-free 1-888-668-LION (5466) to verify the unit is still open. During the season, we update this information by noon each day.

Voluntary cougar orientation course

  • A straightforward course to help you identify cougar age and gender in the field. — (PDF)

Cougar harvest information

  • Reporting requirements for cougar
  • View cougar annual reports

Cougar drawing results

  • View your drawing results
  • View drawing odds for past permit drawings

Cougar management plan

  • Utah Cougar Management Plan 2015–2025 — (PDF, 1.6 MB)

Other cougar information

  • Tips and guidelines on living safely in cougar country
  • Cougar program background information
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