West Virginia Hunting Seasons

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

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West Virginia State Hunting Season 2022 - 2023

The information provided showcases the hunting seasons in West Virginia for various animals, such as deer, bear, turkey, ruffed grouse, bobwhite quail, cottontail rabbits, snowshoe or varying hares,  pheasants, coyotes and more. The start and end dates are listed to provide an overview of when hunting each animal is allowed.

Interactive West Virginia 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 West Virginia Hunting Seasons’s hunting season data and simplified it so you can easily find what you’re looking for. Please note, that information realated West Virginia 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 & Crossbow September 24, 2022 December 31, 2022 Bear Archery & Crossbow None Not specified. Check state resources. N/A See regulations for more details. 99
Bear > Firearm Without Dogs October 20, 2022 October 23, 2022 Bear Firearms Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 4
Bear > Firearms With Or Without Dogs September 3, 2022 September 11, 2022 Bear Firearms With Or Without Dogs Select counties only. N/A See regulations for more details: 9
Bear > Firearms With Or Without Dogs October 1, 2022 October 7, 2022 Bear Firearms With Or Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 7
Bear > Firearms With Or Without Dogs December 5, 2022 December 31, 2022 Bear Firearms With Or Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 27
Bear > Firearms With Or Without Dogs December 5, 2022 December 31, 2022 Bear Firearms With Or Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 27
Bear > Firearms With Or Without Dogs December 5, 2022 December 31, 2022 Bear Firearms With Or Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 27
Bear > Firearms Without Dogs November 21, 2022 December 31, 2022 Bear Firearms Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 41
Bear > Firearms Without Dogs November 21, 2022 December 4, 2022 Bear Firearms Without Dogs Select counties. N/A See regulations for more details: 14
Bear > Mountaineer Winter Heritage January 12, 2023 January 15, 2023 Bear General None Not specified. Check state resources. N/A See regulations for more details. 4
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West Virginia Hunting Seasons & Requirements

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

West Virginia DNR

324 Fourth Ave
South Charleston, WV 25303

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