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Georgia Hunting Season Dates

Complete hunting calendar for Georgia including deer, elk, turkey, and more.

Georgia Hunting Season Calendar

Find all hunting season dates for Georgia including deer, elk, turkey, and waterfowl. Filter by species and hunting method.

GA regulations 4 species Split seasons shown Zone info included
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Coming Up in Georgia

Seasons opening in the next 60 days

Turkey Any Legal Method

Mar 21 - May 15, 2026

Opens in 18 days

Complete Season Calendar

All Georgia hunting seasons organized by species

Deer 3 seasons

Method Dates Zone Status Notes Add to Calendar
Archery Sep 13 - Oct 10, 2025 Statewide Closed Archery only period
Rifle/Firearm Oct 18, 2025 - Jan 11, 2026 Statewide Closed Firearms season
Muzzleloader Oct 11-17, 2025 Statewide Closed Primitive weapons

Turkey 1 season

Method Dates Zone Status Notes Add to Calendar
Any Legal Method Mar 21 - May 15, 2026 Statewide Opens in 18d Spring gobbler

Bear 1 season

Method Dates Zone Status Notes Add to Calendar
Any Legal Method Sep 13 - Dec 31, 2025 Statewide Closed North Georgia zones

Waterfowl 1 season

Method Dates Zone Status Notes Add to Calendar
Shotgun Nov 22, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026 Statewide Closed Duck season

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Georgia Hunting Regulations

License year, species, and agency information

License Year
Jul 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026
Available Species
  • Bear
  • Deer
  • Turkey
  • Waterfowl
Hunting Methods
  • Archery
  • Rifle/Firearm
  • Muzzleloader
  • Any Legal Method
  • Shotgun
Official Source: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
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This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.

Last verified: January 2026

Important Note for Georgia

Georgia offers excellent whitetail and turkey hunting opportunities.

Hunting Method Legend

Archery Bow & Crossbow
Rifle/Firearm Modern rifles
Muzzleloader Black powder
Shotgun Shotguns only
Any Legal All methods

Georgia Hunting FAQ

Common questions about hunting seasons in Georgia

What are the hunting season dates for Georgia?

Georgia offers hunting seasons for Bear, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl. The license year runs from Jul 1, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026. Check our complete calendar above for specific dates by species and method.

When does deer season start in Georgia?

Deer season in Georgia typically begins with archery season starting Sep 13, 2025, followed by firearms/rifle season starting Oct 18, 2025.

Does Georgia require a draw for hunting?

Georgia offers general season licenses for some species and may require draws for others like elk, moose, or pronghorn. Check specific requirements for your target species.

What hunting seasons are open now in Georgia?

The next season to open is Turkey starting Mar 21, 2026.

What should I know about hunting in Georgia?

Georgia offers excellent whitetail and turkey hunting opportunities.

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