Market Report · 2026
California
Hunting Market
California ranks #12 nationally by outfitter count with 20 verified operators (2% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
20
Featured
0
Species
11
National Rank
#12
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mule Deer | 15 | $311 | $8,441 |
| Hog | 14 | $74 | $2,268 |
| Turkey | 11 | $50 | $2,244 |
| Upland Bird | 10 | $49 | $1,515 |
| Elk | 5 | $1,335 | $10,585 |
| Waterfowl | 5 | — | $1,326 |
| Bear | 5 | $326 | $5,880 |
| Exotic | 4 | — | $5,890 |
Average hunt price includes base hunt (fully guided), nonresident tag, travel, and standard guide tip. Run the cost estimator for a personalized breakdown.
Hunt Types Offered
rifle
14
operators
archery
10
operators
shotgun
6
operators
muzzleloader
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
Conservative Game Management
Coalinga, CA
Premier guided hunting outfitter in California with access to 1.3 million acres
1.3 million acres across California, Mexico & Hawaii; 100,000+ acres in California
Bryson Hesperia Resort
Monterey County, CA
Guided hunting for wild pig, turkey, and blacktail deer on California's Central Coast.
6,000 private acres · Guaranteed to show within shooting distance (rifle hunts)
Schmidt Guide Service
King City, CA
World class hog hunting with one of the top outfitters in California.
100,000+ acres · 98% effective
Oak Stone Outfitters
Los Angeles, CA
Premier guided hunting on California's Central Coast with 80,000 acres.
80,000 acres
River Valley Outfitters, LLC
San Diego, CA
Northern California & Southern Oregon waterfowl hunting guide service
JP Guide Service
San Diego, CA
Guided hunts in Northern California for blacktail, hogs, turkey, and exotics.
California Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Elk | $1,335 |
| Antelope | $623 |
| Bear | $326 |
| Mule Deer | $311 |
| Hog | $74 |
| Turkey | $50 |
| Upland Bird | $49 |
Tag costs include the base nonresident hunting license plus species tag. Excludes habitat stamps, draw application fees, and trophy fees. Updated for 2026 from state Fish & Game sources.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified California outfitters. Hunt prices reflect Search Huntr's national model calibrated to state-specific tag and travel costs. Tag prices are updated annually from state Fish & Game departments. See full methodology for details.