Bison Hunting in Alaska

DI351 Permit Hunt Information
for Regulatory Year 2026

(See also: DI351 for the 2025 Regulatory Year)

Map of DI351
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Hunt Details

Hunt Number: DI351
Regulatory Year: 2026
Hunt Type: Draw
Species: Bison
Legal Animal: Either sex

Number of Permits

Refer to the 2026–2027 drawing hunt supplement

GMU, Area

19C & 19D

Season Dates*

08/22/2026 - 10/10/2026

*See Drawing or Subsistence Supplements for season details.

Residency Restrictions

  • Hunt available to Nonresidents
  • Hunt available to Alaska residents

Reporting Requirements

  • Successful Hunters
    • Online, in person, or by mail within 10 days of the close of the season.
    • Specimens Required: None
  • Unsuccessful Hunters
    Online, in person, or by mail within 10 days of the close of the season.
  • Internet Reporting
    You may report online at http://hunt.alaska.gov

Additional Requirements and Information

  • Hunt Area: Unit 19C & 19D
  • -Bison meat taken in Unit 19 prior to October 1 must remain on the bones of the front quarters, hindquarters, and ribs until removed from the field or processed for human consumption.

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