Kentucky Hunting Seasons

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

Kentucky Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery Season

  • September 6, 2025 – January 18, 2026

Youth-Only Gun Season

  • October 11–12, 2025

Modern Gun Season

  • November 8–23, 2025
  • January 10–18, 2026 (late season)

Muzzleloader Season

  • October 11–12, 2025 (youth and muzzleloader)
  • December 13–21, 2025

Kentucky Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Fall Turkey (Archery Only)

  • September 6 – October 31, 2025

Spring Youth Turkey

  • April 4–5, 2026

Spring General Turkey

  • April 15 – May 10, 2026

For complete regulations, visit the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources.

Kentucky Deer Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Archery Season

  • Archery (Statewide): September 6, 2025 – January 19, 2026
  • Crossbow (Statewide): September 20, 2025 – January 19, 2026

Muzzleloader Season

  • Early Muzzleloader: October 18–19, 2025
  • Late Muzzleloader: December 13–21, 2025

Modern Gun Season

  • Zones 1, 2, 3 & 4: November 8–23, 2025

Youth/Special Seasons

  • Youth-Only Firearms: October 11–12, 2025
  • Youth Free Hunting Weekend: December 27–28, 2025

Kentucky Turkey Hunting Seasons 2025-2026

Spring Turkey Season 2025

  • Youth Only: April 5–6, 2025
  • General Season: April 12 – May 4, 2025

Fall Turkey Season 2025

  • Archery: September 6, 2025 – January 19, 2026 (concurrent with deer archery)
  • Crossbow: October 1–19, 2025 and November 8 – December 31, 2025
  • Shotgun: October 25–31, 2025 and December 6–12, 2025

Note: Dates may vary by zone. Always verify current regulations with the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) before hunting.

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

Kentucky Hunting Seasons & Requirements

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

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Frankfort, KY 40601

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