Hunting in Wisconsin
Everything you need to hunt legally in Wisconsin. 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
WI DNR
Draw System
preference points
Updated: January 2026
Wisconsin Hunting Tools
Free calculators and lookup tools to help you hunt legally in Wisconsin.
Shooting Hours Calculator
30 minutes before sunrise
Calculate legal shooting times in Wisconsin based on your exact location and date. Know exactly when you can start and stop hunting.
Season Dates Finder
3 species tracked
Find all Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin hunting license prices for residents and non-residents. Find the best value licenses and required permits.
Bag Limits Lookup
15 species covered
Wisconsin bag limits by species. Daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game.
Hunter Education Requirements
Online courses accepted
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin hunting and fishing licenses, draw systems, official app info, and state-specific requirements.
Wisconsin License Costs
Compare resident and non-resident hunting license prices for 2026.
| License Type | Resident | Non-Res |
|---|---|---|
| Resident Deer (Gun) | $24.00 | $165.00 |
| Resident Fishing | $20.00 | $65.00 |
| Sports License | $60.00 | $245.00 |
| Archery/Crossbow | $24.00 | $200.00 |
Wisconsin Hunting Seasons
Upcoming and current hunting seasons in Wisconsin.
Deer
Archery
Sep 13
to Jan 5
Deer
Rifle
Nov 22
to Nov 30
Deer
Muzzleloader
Dec 1
to Dec 10
Turkey
Apr 15
to May 29
Bear
Sep 3
to Oct 8
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
WI DNR
Digital License Info: Digital licenses via Go Wild web portal. Mobile-friendly site, no dedicated app required.
Hunter Education
Wisconsin requirements
Neighboring States
Hunting resources for states near Wisconsin.
Store Your Wisconsin License in Hunter Passport
Keep your WI hunting and fishing licenses alongside all your other states. Works completely offline, displays instantly to game wardens.