Florida Hunting Guide

Florida has zone-based deer seasons (A–D), year-round wild hog, Osceola turkey, and alligator by permit. Dates vary by zone; check FWC season dates for your zone.

Hunting Highlights

Zone-based deer (A–D)

Year-round hog

Osceola turkey

Alligator by permit

WMAs

Florida Hunting Seasons 2025

Species	Archery	Firearm
Whitetail Deer	Zone-dependent (Aug - Oct typical)	Zone-dependent (Sep - Feb)
Wild Hog	—	Year-round
Osceola Turkey	—	Spring zone-dependent

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

Key Species in Florida

Whitetail DeerWild HogOsceola TurkeyAlligator

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