Nebraska Hunting Seasons

See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Nebraska. We’ve made it easier than ever to find the dates you can hunt, length of the season, what type of hunting is allowed and other important details. Plus, check out hunting resources and direct links to Nebraska state resources.

Nebraska Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery

  • September 1 – December 31, 2025

October River Antlerless Firearm

  • October 1 – October 15, 2025 (river zone antlerless only)

November Firearm

  • November 15 – November 23, 2025 (nine consecutive days beginning the Saturday closest to November 13)

Muzzleloader

  • December 1 – December 31, 2025

Special Landowner Season

  • November 8 – November 10, 2025

River Antlerless Late Firearm

  • January 1 – January 15, 2026

Nebraska Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Fall Season (Archery & Shotgun)

  • October 1 – November 30, 2025 (youth and regular; archery and shotgun)

Spring Archery

  • March 25 – May 31, 2026

Spring Youth Shotgun

  • April 11 – May 31, 2026

Spring Regular Shotgun

  • April 18 – May 31, 2026

Nebraska Elk Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery Bull

  • September 1 – October 31, 2025 (permit required)

Firearm Bull

  • September 21 – October 31, 2025 (permit required)

For complete regulations, visit the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.

Nebraska Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Whitetail Deer

Archery Season

  • Archery: September 1 – December 31, 2025

Firearm Season

  • November Firearm: November 15 – 23, 2025 (nine consecutive days starting on the Saturday closest to November 13)
  • Late Antlerless Only Firearm: January 1 – 15, 2026

Muzzleloader Season

  • Muzzleloader: December 1 – 31, 2025

Nebraska Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Fall Turkey 2025

  • Fall Youth Archery & Shotgun: October 1 – November 30, 2025
  • Fall Archery & Shotgun: October 1 – November 30, 2025

Spring Turkey 2026

  • Spring Season: Dates set annually by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission – check the official website for 2026 spring turkey dates.

Note: Some seasons require permits. Always verify current regulations and permit requirements with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission before heading afield.

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Interactive Nebraska Hunting Season Discovery

Use the forms below to filter by game, type of hunting, time of year, bag / tag limits and much more. We’ve gone through the state of Nebraska Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Nebraska state hunting is subject to change so be sure to check the state resources linked below the table before heading out to hunt.

Nebraska Hunting Seasons & Requirements

For the most accurate information on Nebraska Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the Nebraska DNR.  We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.

Nebraska DNR

2200 N. 33rd St.
Lincoln, NE 68503

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