Out-of-State Hunting: Your Complete Playbook
Going west? Hunting public land out of state is one of the most rewarding — and logistically challenging — things a hunter can do. Here's everything we've learned.
Getting Your Tags
- 5 Easiest States for OTC Licenses & Public Land
- How to Draw an Elk Tag: The Western Draw System
- Best OTC Hunts in the U.S.
- South Dakota's Unlimited Elk Licenses
Planning Your Hunt
- The Ultimate Out-of-State Packing Checklist
- When to Start Scouting: Deer & Elk Patterns
- Best Hunting Apps of 2026
- Top Cities with Access to Public Hunting
