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Regulations Updated Jan 29, 2026

Illinois White-tailed Deer Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for white-tailed deer in Illinois.

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Illinois White-tailed Deer Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for white-tailed deer in Illinois. Find daily limits, possession limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 1 Season: Per permit held

White-tailed Deer

Big Game

Illinois bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

1

per day

Possession Limit

-

at any time

Season Limit

Per permit held

per season

Important Notes for White-tailed Deer

County-specific permits; archery liberal

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Illinois White-tailed Deer FAQ

Common questions about white-tailed deer bag limits in Illinois

What are the white-tailed deer limits in Illinois?

Illinois white-tailed deer: daily 1, season Per permit held. County-specific permits; archery liberal

Are there Illinois white-tailed deer rules beyond the headline numbers?

County-specific permits; archery liberal

What Illinois-wide rules apply when hunting white-tailed deer?

Illinois deer hunting requires county-specific permits. Apply early for desired counties.

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Illinois Department of Natural Resources

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