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Kentucky Hunting Guide

Growing reputation for trophy whitetails with long seasons and public land access.

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Trophy potential
Long seasons
Turkey hunting
LBL

Kentucky Hunting Seasons 2025

SpeciesArcheryFirearm
Whitetail DeerSep 7 - Jan 20Nov 9 - Nov 24

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

Key Species in Kentucky

Whitetail DeerWild TurkeyElkBlack Bear

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