Washington Western Early Elk Dates

[steepike45]

Any predictions on the 2026 Western Archery Elk opener here in WA state? Unsure if it will trend like it has been and be 5SEP or if they will roll it to 12SEP. (I understand they will release this info in April)

 

[shootnrun]

1st sat after labor day

 

[bdan68]

September 12-24. It was set in 2024.

 

[Nmarth88]

https://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=220-415-050&pdf=true

 

[steepike45]

I appreciate the replies. Wasn’t tracking this information was already out. Those are some solid dates compared to the last couple years.

 

[Nmarth88]

Usually come out in three years blocks. The recommendations are usually adopted with very little change to them by the commission. Last year I believe was the first year that the director is now approving going forward.