Elk Hunting in Alaska

DE717 Permit Hunt Information
for Regulatory Year 2023

(See also: DE717 for the 2024 Regulatory Year)

Hunt Details

Hunt Number: DE717
Regulatory Year: 2023
Hunt Type: Draw
Species: Elk
Legal Animal: One Elk, Either sex

Number of Permits

Residency Number of Permits
Nonresidents Up to 50 permits
Alaska residents Up to 50 permits
Total Number of Permits Available 50 permits

GMU, Area

08, Remainder

Season Dates*

10/08/2023 - 10/22/2023

*See Drawing or Subsistence Supplements for season details.

Residency Restrictions

  • Hunt available to Nonresidents
  • Hunt available to Alaska residents

Reporting Requirements

  • Successful Hunters
    • Report in person or by phone to Kodiak (907-486-1880) within 2 days of end of hunt and permit report by mail within 5 days.
    • Specimens Required: None
  • Unsuccessful Hunters
    Report online or by mail within 15 days of season end.
  • Internet Reporting
    You may report online at http://hunt.alaska.gov

Additional Requirements and Information


Hunt conditions and season dates can be changed by Emergency Order. Visit the Emergency Orders and Announcements page for more information.