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MI
midwest Region

Hunting in Michigan

Everything you need to hunt legally in Michigan. 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

March 1 - March 31 (following year)

Wildlife Agency

MI DNR

Draw System

preference points

Updated: January 2026

License Pricing

Michigan License Costs

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

License Type Resident Non-Res
Resident Base Hunting $31.00 $351.00
Resident Fishing $26.00 $76.00
Combo Hunt/Fish $76.00 $276.00
Deer License (regular) $20.00 $200.00
Season Dates

Michigan Hunting Seasons

Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Michigan.

Deer

Archery

Oct 1

to Nov 14

Deer

Archery

Dec 1

to Jan 1

Deer

Rifle

Nov 15

to Nov 30

Deer

Muzzleloader (Lower Peninsula)

Dec 6

to Dec 22

Turkey

Apr 20

to May 31

View all Michigan seasons

Michigan Department of Natural Resources

MI DNR

Digital License Info: Digital licenses accepted via MI DNR Hunt Fish app. Reliable state-built system.

Hunter Education

Michigan requirements

Online courses Accepted
Field day required No
Course cost Free
Minimum age 10 years
View full requirements

Store Your Michigan License in Hunter Passport

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