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State Benefit·Oregon·🌲Recreation & Parks

Free Hunting and Fishing License

Free combination hunting, fishing, and shellfish license plus Columbia River Basin Endorsement for war veterans rated 25% or higher.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmyodfw.com

At a glance

Benefit type
Recreation & Parks — Oregon
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
30% or higher
Estimated value
$80-$120+/year
Where it applies
Oregon
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Free Hunting and Fishing License?

Free Hunting and Fishing License is a Oregon recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Free combination hunting, fishing, and shellfish license plus Columbia River Basin Endorsement for war veterans rated 25% or higher. Requires 30%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $80-$120+/year.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Requires 30%+ VA disability rating
  • Oregon residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Oregon agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Oregon resident for 6+ months; veteran with VA service-connected disability rating of 25%+ (applied at 30% under VA increments). Also eligible for $29 discounted elk tag. Veterans rated 65%+ may apply for the Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit.

What Free Hunting and Fishing License covers

Covers

Combination license (hunting, fishing, shellfish) plus Columbia Basin Endorsement and Ocean Endorsement.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: myodfw.com

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Free Hunting and Fishing License

Who qualifies for Free Hunting and Fishing License?▾
Free Hunting and Fishing License is for Veterans; requires 30%+ VA disability rating; oregon residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Free Hunting and Fishing License?▾
Requires 30%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Free Hunting and Fishing License worth?▾
The listed value is $80-$120+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Free Hunting and Fishing License?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Free Hunting and Fishing License?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

Other Oregon Recreation & Parks

Oregon State Parks Special Access Pass

Free parking at day-use parks and free camping for up to 4 nights at a time for service-connected disabled veterans.

$500-$1,500+/year

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