Arkansas Hunting Seasons

See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Arkansas. 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 Arkansas state resources.

Arkansas Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery (Statewide)

  • September 27 – February 28, 2026

Muzzleloader

  • October 18–26, 2025 (deer and bear)

Modern Gun – Deer

  • November 8 – November 30, 2025
  • December 20, 2025 – January 4, 2026

Youth Gun Hunt

  • October 25–26, 2025

Special Late Antlerless Season

  • January 1–16, 2026 (selected WMAs only)

Arkansas Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Fall Turkey

  • October 18 – November 30, 2025 (archery and gun; select counties)

Spring Youth Turkey

  • March 28–30, 2026

Spring General Turkey

  • April 11 – May 3, 2026 (statewide)

Arkansas Duck Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Duck (North Zone)

  • November 22 – November 30, 2025
  • December 13, 2025 – January 25, 2026

Duck (South Zone)

  • November 15 – November 30, 2025
  • December 6, 2025 – January 25, 2026

For complete regulations, visit the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

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Interactive Arkansas 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 Arkansas Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Arkansas state hunting is subject to change so be sure to check the state resources linked below the table before heading out to hunt.

Arkansas Hunting Seasons & Requirements

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

Arkansas DNR

2 Natural Resources Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205

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