Arkansas Hunting Guide

The Natural State provides excellent deer and turkey hunting with long archery seasons and zone-based spring turkey. Modern gun, alternative firearms, and youth hunts; check AGFC for current dates.

Hunting Highlights

Long archery deer

Zone-based turkey

Public WMAs

Youth and holiday hunts

Arkansas Hunting Seasons 2025

Species	Archery	Firearm
Whitetail Deer	Sep 28 - Feb 28	Modern gun Nov 9 - Dec 1
Wild Turkey	—	Spring zone-dependent (Apr - May)

* Season dates are approximate and may vary by zone or unit. Always verify with Arkansas Game & Fish for current regulations before hunting.

Key Species in Arkansas

Whitetail DeerWild TurkeyWaterfowlFeral Hog

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