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Washington big game draw deadlines
Washington's special permits add hunts beyond the general season. Hunters must buy a license and choose a tag before submitting permit choices.
- Agency
- Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)
- Point system
- Bonus points (squared)
- Apply
- Official application page
Draw windows
Special hunt permits for deer, elk, goat, moose, sheep and turkey close in late May, with results in June.
Watch for
WDFW extended the deadline a week in 2026 (May 20 to May 27) after the printed regulations ran late.
Washington deadlines
| Deadline | Species | Draw | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 deadline (2027 date not yet published) | Deer | Special hunt permitsCloses Midnight | Confirm with agencyOfficial page: WDFW Deer |
| 2026 deadline (2027 date not yet published) | Elk | Special hunt permitsCloses Midnight | Confirm with agencyOfficial page: WDFW Elk |
Deadlines by species
Apply on the official site
WDFW official application page
Always confirm dates on the agency’s official site before you apply. Agencies can change deadlines.