Mississippi Deer Hunting Season 2025-2026
Complete deer hunting season calendar for Mississippi.
Mississippi Deer Season Calendar
Find all deer hunting season dates for Mississippi including archery, rifle, muzzleloader, and shotgun seasons for 2025-2026.
All Deer Seasons
3 seasons for Mississippi deer hunting
Oct 1 - Nov 21, 2025
Archery and crossbow
Nov 22, 2025 - Feb 1, 2026
Gun season
Oct 15 - Nov 21, 2025
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Important Note for Mississippi
Mississippi offers excellent deer and turkey hunting on public land.
Mississippi Deer Hunting FAQ
Common questions about deer hunting in Mississippi
When is deer season in Mississippi?
Deer hunting in Mississippi for the 2025-2026 season runs from Oct 1, 2025 through Feb 1, 2026, depending on the hunting method and zone.
When does archery deer season start in Mississippi?
Archery deer season in Mississippi begins Oct 1, 2025 and runs through Nov 21, 2025. Archery and crossbow
When is deer rifle/firearms season in Mississippi?
Deer rifle/firearms season in Mississippi runs from Nov 22, 2025 to Feb 1, 2026. Gun season
Does Mississippi have a muzzleloader deer season?
Yes, Mississippi offers a muzzleloader deer season from Oct 15, 2025 to Nov 21, 2025. Primitive weapon
Do I need a license to hunt deer in Mississippi?
Yes, you need a valid Mississippi hunting license and any required deer tags or permits. Check with the Mississippi wildlife agency for current license requirements and fees.
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