Arkansas · Dove · 2026–27 Edition
Arkansas Dove Season 2026–27: Dates, Bag Limits & Shooting Hours
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2026–27 Edition
01 — Seasons
| Season | Zones | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Mourning & White-Winged Dove · Segment 1 | Statewide | Sep 5 – Oct 25 |
| Mourning & White-Winged Dove · Segment 2 | Statewide | Dec 8 – Jan 15 |
02 — Bag limits
| Mourning & White-Winged — Daily | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mourning & White-Winged — Possession | 45 |
| Eurasian Collared-Dove | No daily or possession limit (must remain fully feathered in field and transport) |
03 — Shooting hours
Legal light on opening day (September 5, 2026) 06:16 — 19:30
Rule: 30 minutes before sunrise to sunset (per AGFC). Sunrise/sunset shift daily — the times above are computed for opening day; use your local Arkansas sun times for any other date.
04 — License & HIP
Dove hunters in Arkansas need a Arkansas hunting license and — because doves are migratory game birds — free federal HIP registration (Harvest Information Program). No federal Duck Stamp is required for doves.
Arkansas licenses & permits — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission →
05 — FAQ
When does dove season open in Arkansas?
The 2026–27 opener is September 5, 2026. Most states open Sep 1 under the federal migratory bird framework.
When does dove season end in Arkansas?
The latest 2026–27 closing date is January 15, 2027. Split segments and late seasons vary — see the table above.
Do I need a Duck Stamp to hunt doves?
No. Doves are migratory game birds but the federal Duck Stamp is only required for waterfowl (ducks, geese, brant, swans). Dove hunters need only their state hunting license and free HIP registration.
Verified · Arkansas Game and Fish Commission · Last verified 2026-08-01
Publisher's note. Statewide dates per AGFC 'Dove Season Dates and Bag Limits'. Eurasian Collared-Dove must remain fully feathered in the field and while being transported from the field. Doves may be taken only with shotguns (max 3 shells in magazine + chamber combined).