Cougar Quota by Zone

While there is a general, statewide season for cougars, there are quotas set by zone. Once a quota in a certain zone is met, that zone will close for cougar hunting.

Below are the most recent numbers on cougar harvest by zone.

The numbers below are as of 22 September 2023

Information based on data sheets received at Wildlife Health and Population Lab

Zone Name Hunter Non-Hunter Total Mortality Quota Zone Status
A Coast/North Cascade 34 39 73 180 Open
B SW Cascade 25 53 78 200 Open
C SE Cascade 8 5 13 80 Open
D Columbia Basin 5 14 19 100 Open
E Blue Mountains 44 22 66 270 Open
F SE Oregon 14 9 23 140 Open
  State Total 130 142 272 970  

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cougar quota zones map