See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Mississippi. 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 Mississippi state resources.
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The information provided details the hunting seasons for Mississippi, listing the dates of each season. Below you’ll find the beginning dates and ending dates, bag, and tag limits and much more all ready for you to sort, filter, and explore. This data helps to ensure that wildlife populations are managed responsibly and sustainably, while providing recreational opportunities for hunters.
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 Mississippi Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Mississippi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobwhite Quail | November 24, 2022 | March 4, 2023 | Bobwhite Quail | General | None | Not specified. Check state resources. | Bag limit 8 per day. | Check state DNR for more details. | 101 |
| Coyote | January 1, 2022 | December 31, 2022 | Coyote | General | None | Not specified. Check state resources. | N/A | Nuisance animal. May be taken year round by land owners, leaseholders, or other designated agents. | 365 |
| Deer > Antlerless Primitive Weapons | November 7, 2022 | November 18, 2022 | Deer | Primitive Weapon | Antlerless | Northeast, North Central, Delta, East Central, Southwest Deer Management Units. Antlerless Deer Only on private lands. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 12 |
| Deer > Archery 2 | October 1, 2022 | November 18, 2022 | Deer | Archery | None | Northeast, North Central, Delta, East Central, Southwest Deer Management Units | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 49 |
| Deer > Archery SE 2 | October 15, 2022 | November 18, 2022 | Deer | Archery | None | Southeast Deer Management Unit. | N/A | Either sex on private and open public land. | 35 |
| Deer > Archery/Primitive Weapon | January 19, 2023 | January 31, 2023 | Deer | Archery/Primitive Weapon | None | Southeast Management Unit. | N/A | Either sex on private land. Legal bucks only on open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license. | 13 |
| Deer > Archery/Primitive Weapon | January 19, 2023 | January 31, 2023 | Deer | Archery/Primitive Weapon | None | Northeast, North Central, Delta, East Central, Southwest Deer Management Units. | N/A | Either sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license. | 13 |
| Deer > Archery/Primitive Weapon | February 1, 2023 | February 15, 2023 | Deer | Archery/Primitive Weapon | None | Southeast Management Unit. | N/A | Legal bucks only on private and open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license. | 15 |
| Deer > Gun (with dogs) | November 19, 2022 | December 1, 2022 | Deer | Gun | with dogs | Northeast, North Central, Delta, East Central, Southwest Deer Management Units. | N/A | Either sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land. | 13 |
| Deer > Gun (with dogs) | November 19, 2022 | December 1, 2022 | Deer | Gun | with dogs | Southeast Management Unit. | N/A | Either sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land. | 13 |
For the most accurate information on Mississippi Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the Mississippi DNR. We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.
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