See our comprehensive list of hunting seasons for animals of all types and all areas of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania state resources.
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The information provided is intended to inform hunters of the specific hunting season dates for various wildlife species living in Pennsylvania. This year’s Pennsylvania game seasons may include Squirrel, Ruffed Grouse, Rabbit, Pheasant, Bobwhite Quail, Hares, Woodchucks, Crows, Starlings and English Sparrows, Wild Turkey, Spring Gobbler, Black Bear, Elk, Deer, Ducks, Canada Geese, Brant, Light Geese, Woodcock and Common Snipe Gallinules and Virginia and Sora Rails. See below for more details.
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 Pennsylvania Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated Pennsylvania 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 > Archery Restricted 1 | September 17, 2022 | November 25, 2022 | Bear | General | Archery | WMU 2B, 5C, 5D. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 70 |
| Bear > Archery Restricted 2 | October 1, 2022 | November 18, 2022 | Bear | General | Archery | WMU 5B. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 49 |
| Bear > Archery Statewide | October 15, 2022 | November 5, 2022 | Bear | General | Archery | Statewide | N/A | check regulations for additional dates for specific WMUs | 22 |
| Bear > Extended Restricted 1 | November 26, 2022 | December 10, 2022 | Bear | General | None | WMU 2B, 5B, 5C, 5D. | N/A | Open Sunday November 28th. | 15 |
| Bear > Extended Restricted 2 | November 26, 2022 | December 3, 2022 | Bear | General | None | WMUs 1B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E & 5A. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 8 |
| Bear > Muzzleloader | October 15, 2022 | October 22, 2022 | Bear | Muzzleloader | None | Statewide. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 8 |
| Bear > Regular Firearms | November 19, 2022 | November 22, 2022 | Bear | Regular Firearms | None | Check regulations for additional dates for specific WMUs. | N/A | Check state DNR for more details. | 4 |
| Bear > Special Firearms | October 20, 2022 | October 22, 2022 | Bear | Special Firearms | None | Statewide. | N/A | Junior & Senior license holders, active-duty military and certain disabled persons’ permit holders | 3 |
| Bobwhite Quail 1 | October 22, 2022 | November 25, 2022 | Bobwhite Quail 1 | General | None | Not specified. Check state resources. | Bag limit of 8 per day, 24 in possession. | Check state DNR for more details. | 35 |
| Bobwhite Quail 2 | December 12, 2022 | December 23, 2022 | Bobwhite Quail 2 | General | None | Not specified. Check state resources. | Bag limit of 8 per day, 24 in possession. | Check state DNR for more details. | 12 |
For the most accurate information on Pennsylvania Hunting Seasons, along with the state’s requirements for tag and bag limits, it’s a good idea to check with the Pennsylvania DNR. We’ve provided their contact information below, along with links to helpful resources, including licensing.
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