Market Report · 2026
West Virginia
Hunting Market
West Virginia ranks #41 nationally by outfitter count with 7 verified operators (1% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
7
Featured
0
Species
7
National Rank
#41
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | 7 | $180 | $NaN |
| Exotic | 3 | — | $NaN |
| Turkey | 3 | $60 | $NaN |
| Hog | 2 | — | $NaN |
| Elk | 2 | — | $NaN |
| Upland Bird | 2 | $150 | $NaN |
| Waterfowl | 1 | $150 | $NaN |
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
4
operators
archery
2
operators
muzzleloader
1
operators
crossbow
1
operators
shotgun
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
Charger W
Morgan County, WV
3-Day Fully or Semi-Guided Rifle Deer Hunts in West Virginia
500+ acres
Mountain Meadow Hunting Preserve
Monroe County, WV
Big game hunting experiences for trophy whitetail, elk, exotic animals and more.
Trophy Whitetail Hunts at Goldtown
Kenna, WV
Home of the Flat Rate Trophy Whitetail Hunt
Gopher Ridge Farms
Appalachian Mountains, WV
Guided Trophy Hunts for Whitetail and Exotic Game in West Virginia
Hans Creek Outfitters
Monroe County, WV
The best hunting destination in West Virginia
Teeya Mills
West Virginia, WV
West Virginia's Wildest Outfitter offering fishing and hunting guide services
West Virginia Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | $180 |
| Bear | $150 |
| Upland Bird | $150 |
| Waterfowl | $150 |
| Turkey | $60 |
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 West Virginia 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.