Free Hunting and Fishing License
Free combination hunting, fishing, and shellfish license plus Columbia River Basin Endorsement for war veterans rated 25% or higher.
State BenefitOregonRecreation & Parks
Verified May 12, 2026 against myodfw.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
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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently 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.