Kansas Hunting Guide
🦌
Great Plains
Big Game Hunting Near Wichita, KS
Wichita, Kansas — Whitetail Deer, Pheasant, Wild Turkey seasons, public land, and local tips for 2026.
Big Game Hunting Near Wichita
Big game hunting near Wichita, Kansas focuses on Whitetail Deer, Pheasant, Wild Turkey, and more. Use the season table below, then confirm county or unit rules with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.
View full Kansas hunting guide →Kansas Hunting Seasons
| Species | Archery | Firearm |
|---|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | Sep 16 - Dec 31 | Nov 27 - Dec 8 |
| Pheasant | — | Regular Nov 8, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027; youth Nov 1-2, 2026 |
* Season dates are approximate and may vary by zone or unit. Always verify with Kansas Game & Fish for current regulations before hunting.
Highlights
WIHA access 1M+ acres
Wild pheasant
Northwest CRP corridor
OTC nonresident