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KS
midwest Region

Hunting in Kansas

Everything you need to hunt legally in Kansas. 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

January 1 - December 31

Wildlife Agency

KDWP

Draw System

preference points

Updated: January 2026

License Pricing

Kansas License Costs

Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.

License Type Resident Non-Res
Resident Hunting $27.50 $127.50
Resident Fishing $27.50 $52.50
Combo $47.50 N/A
Deer Permit $40.50 $477.50
Season Dates

Kansas Hunting Seasons

Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Kansas.

Deer

Archery

Sep 15

to Dec 31

Deer

Rifle

Dec 3

to Dec 14

Deer

Muzzleloader

Sep 15

to Sep 28

Turkey

Apr 1

to May 31

Elk

Sep 1

to Sep 30

View all Kansas seasons

Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks

KDWP

Digital License Info: Digital licenses available via Go Outdoors Kansas app.

Hunter Education

Kansas requirements

Online courses Accepted
Field day required No
Course cost Free
Minimum age 11 years
View full requirements

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