See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Washington. 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 Washington state resources.
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The information provided details the various hunting seasons for different animals in the State of Washington. It includes season beginning and ending dates for each animal, thus allowing hunters to plan their trips more efficiently.
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 Washington Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Washington state hunting is subject to change so be sure to check the state resources linked below the table before heading out to hunt.
| Season | Season Begins | Season Ends | Game | Hunting Type | Type Details | Zone | Bag / Tag | Other Info | Season Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear > Fall | August 1, 2022 | November 15, 2022 | Bear | General | None | Not specified. Check state resources. | N/A | Open in all GMU’s where black bear hunting is permitted. GMUs 157, 490, and 522 are closed to fall bear hunting. A special deer/elk permit is required to hunt bear in GMU 485. See regulations for further details. | 107 |
| Bighorn Sheep | September 15, 2022 | November 30, 2022 | Bighorn Sheep | General | None | Dates vary by permit area. | N/A | By special application only. Check regulations here: | 77 |
| Bobcat > Statewide Hunting | September 1, 2022 | March 15, 2023 | Bobcat | General | None | Statewide | No limit. | Pelts need to be sealed. | 196 |
| Coyote > Statewide Hunting | January 1, 2022 | December 31, 2022 | Coyote | General | None | Statewide | No limit. | No closed season. | 365 |
| Deer > Blacktail Early Archery | September 1, 2022 | September 23, 2022 | Deer | Archery | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 23 |
| Deer > Blacktail Early Muzzleloader | September 24, 2022 | October 2, 2022 | Deer | Muzzleloader | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 9 |
| Deer > Blacktail Gun | October 15, 2022 | October 31, 2022 | Deer | Gun | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 17 |
| Deer > Blacktail Late Archery | November 23, 2022 | December 31, 2022 | Deer | Archery | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 39 |
| Deer > Blacktail Late Gun | November 17, 2022 | November 20, 2022 | Deer | Gun | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 4 |
| Deer > Blacktail Late Muzzleloader | November 23, 2022 | December 15, 2022 | Deer | Muzzleloader | None | Specific districts. Dates vary between districts and sex of animal. | N/A | Blacktail | 23 |
For the most accurate information on Washington Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the Washington DNR. We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.
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Olympia, WA 98501
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