Kentucky · 2026–27 Edition

Kentucky Hunting Seasons

Every open season we track in Kentucky, on one page — each links to the full dates, zones, bag limits and shooting hours. All dates are held against Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources.

Kentucky Deer Season

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2026–27 Edition

Archery, gun and muzzleloader dates by zone, bag limits and shooting hours.

Kentucky Deer season dates →

License & regulations

A Kentucky hunting license is required for all of the above. Migratory birds (dove, duck) also need free HIP registration; waterfowl need a Federal Duck Stamp.

Kentucky licenses & regulations — Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources →