Arizona

Desert elk, trophy Coues deer, desert bighorn lottery, and prime late-season archery opportunities.

Arizona Regulatory Agency

Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD)

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) manages wildlife populations across Arizona's diverse biomes, ranging from low desert basins to the high Colorado Plateau.

AZGFD administers big game drawing tags for trophy elk, Coues deer, desert bighorn sheep, javelina, mountain lion, and black bear.

policyMission

To conserve Arizona's diverse wildlife resources and manage for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations.

assignmentResponsibilities

  • Conducts annual big game lottery permit draws
  • Manages game species conservation and habitat enhancement
  • Issues hunting, fishing, and combination licenses
  • Enforces wildlife laws and hunter safety requirements
  • Provides hunter education and shooting sports safety programs

starCore Values

  • Conservation: Dedicated to science-based wildlife stewardship.
  • Trust: Transparent management of public wildlife resources.
  • Excellence: Delivering high-quality outdoor recreation opportunities.