Buy big game permits starting July 8

Hunters may begin purchasing Nebraska big game permits that are available over the counter in July for the 2026 seasons.

On July 8, residents may buy any available deer, antelope, and undrawn elk permits within limits, starting at 10 a.m. Central time. Eligible resident landowners may buy any limited landowner elk, deer and antelope permits subject to availability.

On July 22, nonresidents may buy any limited antelope and deer permits in any unit subject to availability and within permit limits. Eligible nonresident landowners may buy any limited landowner elk and antelope permits.

All sales begin at 10 a.m. Central time and continue through the close of hunting seasons or until the permit quotas sell out.

On Aug. 5, any remaining permits from previous periods may be purchased in any unit subject to availability and within permit limits. Eligible landowners may buy any remaining limited landowner permits. Permits included in this period are those draw permits forfeited following the conclusion of the draw process.

Visit OutdoorNebraska.gov, which includes a digital version of the 2026 Big Game Guide, for more information. The guide is available in printed form at Nebraska Game and Parks permitting offices and vendors across the state.