Kansas · Deer · 2026–27 Edition
Kansas Deer Season 2026–27: Dates, Zones & Bag Limits
Sep 5 — mark it
Mark it.
2026–27 Edition
01 — Seasons by method
| Method | Zones | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Youth & Disability | Statewide | Sep 5 – Sep 13 |
| Muzzleloader | Statewide | Sep 14 – Sep 27 |
| Archery | Statewide | Sep 14 – Dec 31 |
| Firearms · Pre-rut (antlerless) | Statewide | Oct 10 – Oct 12 |
| Firearms · Regular | Statewide | Dec 2 – Dec 13 |
| Extended antlerless (WAO) | Units vary | Jan 1 – Jan 24 |
02 — Bag limits
| Statewide | Set by unit and permit type — see KDWP deer regulations |
|---|
03 — Shooting hours
Legal light on opening day (September 5, 2026) 06:35 — 20:25
Rule: One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset (per KDWP). Sunrise/sunset shift daily — the times above are computed for opening day; use your local Kansas sun times for any other date.
04 — License
A Kansas hunting license and deer permit are required. A dedicated Kansas license page — costs, age rules and where to buy — is coming; for now, buy and read the rules straight from the agency.
Kansas licenses & permits — Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks →
05 — FAQ
When does deer season start in Kansas?
The earliest 2026–27 opener is September 5, 2026 (archery). Gun and muzzleloader dates differ — see the table above.
When does deer season end in Kansas?
The latest 2026–27 closing date is December 31, 2026. Individual methods and zones close on their own dates.
Verified · Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks · Last verified 2026-08-01
Publisher's note. Statewide dates per KDWP 'When to Hunt'. Extended antlerless (WAO) January dates vary by unit; military subunits (Fort Riley, Fort Leavenworth) have their own segments. Permits/bag are unit-based — see KDWP.