A Wyoming deer hunt is one of the better values in western hunting. A nonresident on a regular price license can do a DIY trip for well under $2,000 if they drive, and guided hunts commonly run from about $5,000 to $9,500. Here is the breakdown.
License costs (2026)
From the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD):
| Item | Nonresident (regular) | Nonresident (special) | Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full price deer license (includes application fee) | $389 | $1,215 | $47 |
| Conservation stamp | $21.50 | $21.50 | $21.50 |
| Archery license (archery season only) | $72 | $72 | $16 |
| Total, rifle hunt | about $411 | about $1,237 | about $69 |
Add-ons and other options:
| Item | Nonresident | Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Doe/fawn deer license | $49 | $27 |
| Youth deer license | $125 | $20 |
| Preference point only (no hunt) | $41 | Not offered |
Card payments carry a 2.5% processing fee. Unlike a nonresident elk license, a nonresident deer license does not include fishing.
DIY hunt: what to budget
| Expense | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Licenses and stamp (regular price) | about $410–$485 |
| Doe/fawn add-ons | $0–$100 |
| Travel (gas or flights, rental) | $400–$1,500 |
| Food and camping for 5–7 days | $150–$400 |
| Lodging if not camping | $0–$1,000 |
| Meat processing | $150–$300 |
| Cooler, ice, and getting meat home | $50–$300 |
| Trip total, not counting gear | about $1,150–$4,100 |
These ranges are estimates. A deer is a lot easier to pack out than an elk, which keeps DIY costs and risks lower. Good optics matter more than almost any other piece of gear in open mule deer country.
Guided hunt prices
Real examples from Wyoming outfitters’ published prices:
| Hunt type | Example price |
|---|---|
| 5-day general mule deer, town-based, archery or rifle, 2 hunters per guide | $5,950 |
| 5-day general rifle mule deer, private ranch, 2 hunters per guide | $6,950 |
| 6-day general and limited quota rifle mule deer, 2 hunters per guide | $7,950 |
| 6-day limited quota “hard-core” rifle mule deer, 1 hunter per guide | $9,550 |
| 7-day Region G and H mule deer, 2 hunters per guide | $6,500 |
| Same, 1 hunter per guide | $8,000 |
| 5-day archery whitetail, 2 hunters per guide | $4,950 |
| 5-day rifle whitetail, 2 hunters per guide | $5,550 |
What drives the price: private vs. public land, trophy potential, how many hunters share a guide, whether lodging and meals are included, and how hard the license is to draw.
What’s usually NOT included
- Your deer license, conservation stamp, archery license, and points
- Travel to Wyoming
- Meat processing and shipping
- Taxidermy
- Lodging and meal taxes, which some outfitters bill separately
- Tips, often 10% to 20% of the hunt price
- Credit card fees, which some outfitters add
Ways to save
- Hunt a region that draws with few points and apply at regular price.
- Add doe/fawn licenses. At $49 each for nonresidents, they are one of the cheapest ways to fill a freezer in the West.
- Ask about town-based hunts. Some outfitters knock money off if you handle your own lodging and meals.
- Look for cancellations after mid-June results. See discount guided hunts.
- Lease or self-guide on private land. Browse hunting leases and DIY hunts.
Pair it with an elk or antelope hunt
Many hunters combine a Wyoming deer license with antelope or elk in the same trip. If you’re already paying for travel, a second species can be a good value. See the Wyoming elk hunting guide.
Compare prices
See Wyoming deer outfitters and what they charge
Contact outfitters directly through their Horn & Fin listings.
Related: How Wyoming draw points work · Draw odds by unit · Wyoming Deer Hunting Guide · Guided vs. DIY deer hunts · How to apply for the deer draw
License fees are from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department for 2026. Guided hunt examples are from outfitters’ published prices and can change at any time; confirm license costs in the current WGFD regulations.