Hunting in Arkansas
Everything you need to hunt legally in Arkansas. Access shooting hours calculators, season dates, bag limits, license costs, and hunter education requirements all in one place.
Quick Facts
Digital License
Accepted in field
License Year
July 1 - June 30
Wildlife Agency
AGFC
Draw System
random points
Updated: January 2026
Arkansas Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in Arkansas.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in Arkansas based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
4 species tracked
Find all Arkansas hunting season dates by species and method. Deer, turkey, waterfowl, and more with archery, rifle, and muzzleloader dates.
License Cost Calculator
From $25 resident
Compare Arkansas hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
13 species covered
Arkansas bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
Arkansas hunter education requirements. Find out if you need certification, available exemptions, and approved course providers.
Complete License Guide
All license types & pricing
Detailed guide to all Arkansas hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
Arkansas License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Hunting | $25.00 | $410.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $10.50 | $55.00 |
| Sportsman's License | $35.50 | N/A |
| Non-Resident Trip Fishing | N/A | $14.00 |
| Turkey Tag | $10.00 | $75.00 |
Arkansas Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Arkansas.
Deer
Archery
Sep 27
to Feb 28
Deer
Rifle
Nov 8
to Dec 7
Deer
Muzzleloader
Oct 18
to Oct 26
Turkey
Apr 13
to May 3
Bear
Sep 27
to Nov 30
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
AGFC
Digital License Info: Digital licenses accepted via AGFC app. Game wardens can verify licenses electronically. Print backup recommended for remote areas.
Hunter Education
Arkansas requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near Arkansas.
Store Your Arkansas License in Hunter Passport
Keep your AR hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.