Utah Coyote Hunting 101

Coyotes are unprotected in Utah. They can be hunted year-round with no bag limit. You do not need a Utah hunting license to harvest coyotes. You must have legal access to the land—public land that allows hunting, or private land with permission.

Local rules still matter. Cities and counties may restrict shooting, discharge of firearms, or spotlighting. Check with the local sheriff or city ordinances before night hunting or hunting near town.

Where You Can Hunt

Use our Coyote Bounty Map as a starting point, then verify on official DWR maps before you hunt.

• Public land (BLM, Forest Service, and many state lands) is generally open if hunting is allowed there—always confirm unit rules and seasonal closures.
• Private land requires landowner permission.
• National parks and some restricted areas are closed to hunting.

Field Tips for New Hunters

• Know your target and beyond. Identify the animal clearly, especially at night. It can be difficult to correctly identify animals past 400 yards using a thermal.
• Night hunting / lights. Spotlighting rules vary by county. Confirm local law before using artificial light.
• Trapping is different. Harvesting coyotes with traps requires a trap registration license even though no hunting license is needed for shooting coyotes.

Gear List

• Rifle and ammo
• Electronic call
• Phone with the required Survey123 bounty app
• Tomahawk/hatchet to remove the jaw
• Sharpie and Ziploc bag to label and freeze the jaw