California Hunting & Fishing License Fee Calculator
An annual resident fishing license in California costs $64.54 and a resident hunting license $64.54, through the California Department of Fish & Wildlife. Non-residents pay $174.14 to fish and $225.46 to hunt. Big-game tags, stamps, and permits are extra — the license is the entry ticket, not the whole cost.
Your license
- Resident fishing license (annual)$64.54
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- California fees index annually with inflation, and the fishing license is now 365-day from purchase rather than calendar-year.
- Fees shown are the standard adult annual licenses. Youth, senior, military, and disability discounts are common; big-game tags, stamps, and the federal duck stamp ($25) are extra.
What determines license cost in California?
- Residency (non-residents often pay 3–10×)
- Fishing ($64.54 res) vs hunting ($64.54 res)
- Separate licenses per activity
- Tags, stamps & permits (extra)
Frequently asked questions
How much is a fishing license in California?
An annual resident fishing license is $64.54; non-residents pay $174.14. Short-term (1-day/7-day) licenses are usually available for less. Trout/salmon stamps may be extra where required.
How much is a hunting license in California?
The annual resident hunting license is $64.54 ($225.46 non-resident) — but that's the base license. Deer, elk, turkey, and other big-game tags are purchased separately and often cost more than the license itself, especially for non-residents.
Is there a combined hunting and fishing license in California?
California doesn't sell a standard annual combo — you'd buy the fishing ($64.54) and hunting ($64.54) licenses separately.
Who sells licenses in California?
The California Department of Fish & Wildlife — online, plus license agents (sporting-goods stores, some retailers). Federal requirements like the $25 duck stamp for waterfowl are bought separately.
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Official California resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.