Hunting in North Dakota
Everything you need to hunt legally in North Dakota. 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
April 1 - March 31
Wildlife Agency
NDGF
Draw System
bonus points
Updated: January 2026
North Dakota Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in North Dakota.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in North Dakota based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
6 species tracked
Find all North Dakota 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 North Dakota hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
15 species covered
North Dakota bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
North Dakota 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 North Dakota hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
North Dakota License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Small Game | $20.00 | $150.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $17.00 | $49.00 |
| Deer (Lottery) | $30.00 | $350.00 |
North Dakota Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in North Dakota.
Deer
Archery
Aug 30
to Jan 5
Deer
Rifle
Nov 7
to Nov 23
Deer
Muzzleloader
Dec 5
to Dec 21
Turkey
Apr 11
to May 17
Elk
Sep 5
to Nov 23
North Dakota Game and Fish Department
NDGF
Digital License Info: Digital licenses available through My NDGF account and app.
Hunter Education
North Dakota requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near North Dakota.
Store Your North Dakota License in Hunter Passport
Keep your ND hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.