SHED HUNTING CLOSURES
Shed antler and horn collection closes each year in various areas and for various dates and time. Here is a summary of the closures for several Western states.
[Disclaimer: Rules and regulations are subject to change over time. Verify all rules and regulations in the area you plan collect shed antlers and horns.]
GENERAL
- No shed antler or horn collection is allowed in any National Park.
- No one may enter any private property to collect antlers or horns without permission.
COLORADO:
Shed antler and horn collection is PROHIBITED on all public lands west of I-25 from January 1 through April 30; in addition to all public lands in Game Management Units 54, 55, 66, 67, 551, from sunset to 10:00 a.m. during May 1-15.
IDAHO:
Several critical winter habitat public areas are closed to shed hunting.
MONTANA:
Wildlife Management Areas (WMA), or portions of, which are specifically managed as Big Game winter range are CLOSED to all public entry from December 1 at 11:59 p.m. until May 15 at noon each year. Shed antler and horn collection is PROHIBITED in Montana State Parks.
NEW MEXICO:
Antlers attached to a skull CAN NOT be touched. Several Wildlife Management Areas in the Northern part of New Mexico are closed.
UTAH:
There is a state-wide emergency shed-hunting CLOSURE during February 7 – April 30, 2023; including all private and public lands (this closure includes collecting antlers still attached to skulls).
WYOMING:
