The excitement of the chase awaits outdoor enthusiasts in the Heart of Dixie! Experienced hunters and inquisitive visitors alike are looking forward to the variety of hunting options Alabama’s landscapes have to offer as 2024 draws near. The state offers a diverse range of environments that are brimming with wildlife, from the expansive marshes and coastal plains to the undulating hills and dense woods. To ensure you don’t miss a beat, here’s a comprehensive guide to Alabama’s 2024 hunting season dates:
Alabama Hunting Season Schedules
Deer
| Zone | Archery | Special Youth Gun | Muzzleloader and Air Rifle | Firearms | Dog Deer Hunting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Oct 14 – Feb 10 | Nov 10-13 | Nov 13-17 | Nov 18 – Feb 10 | Nov 18 – Jan 15 |
| B | Oct 14 – Feb 10 | Nov 10-13 | Nov 13-17 | Nov 18 – Feb 10 | Nov 18 – Jan 15 |
| C | Oct 14 – Feb 10 | Nov 10-13 | Nov 13-17 | Nov 18 – Feb 10 | Nov 18 – Jan 15 |
| D | Sep 30 – Jan 15 | Nov 10-13 | Oct 31 – Nov 19 | Nov 19 – Feb 10 | Nov 5 – Jan 1 |
| E | Oct 14 – Feb 10 | Nov 10-13 | Nov 13-17 | Nov 18 – Feb 10 | Nov 18 – Jan 15 |
Other Big Games
| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Alligator | General | Aug 10 – Sep 3 |
| Alligator | Special Youth | Aug 4 – 5 |
| Bear | General | Sep 30 – Oct 31 |
| Bear | Special Youth | Sep 23 – 24 |
| Feral Swine | General | Year-round |
| Feral Swine | Special Youth | Nov 10-13 |
| Sandhill Crane | General | Dec 4 – Jan 28 |
| Sandhill Crane | Special Youth | Nov 20 – 21 |
Turkey
| Zone | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| A | General | Mar 16 – Apr 30 |
| A | Special Youth | Mar 9 – 10 |
| B | General | Mar 23 – Apr 30 |
| B | Special Youth | Mar 16 – 17 |
| C | General | Apr 6 – May 1 |
| C | Special Youth | Mar 30 – 31 |
Small Games
| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Bobcat | General | Oct 14 – Feb 28 |
| Bobwhite Quail | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Crow | – | Sep 1 – Feb 28 |
| Dove | – | Sep 2 – Oct 29, Dec 9 – Jan 15, Feb 4 – 25 |
| Fox | – | Oct 14 – Feb 28 |
| Rabbit | – | Sep 15 – Mar 4 |
| Raccoon | – | Sep 1 – Feb 28 |
| Squirrel | – | Sep 15 – Mar 4 |
| Woodcock | – | Dec 18 – Jan 31 |
Migratory & Waterfowl Birds
| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Duck | General | Nov 25 – Dec 3, Dec 9 – Jan 28 |
| Duck | Special Youth | Nov 18 – 19, Feb 3 – 4 |
| Goose | General | Sep 1 – 30, Nov 25 – Dec 3, Dec 9 – Jan 28 |
| Goose | Special Youth | Nov 18 – 19, Feb 3 – 4 |
| Dove | General | Sep 2 – Oct 29, Dec 9 – Jan 15, Feb 4 – 25 |
| Dove | Special Youth | Sep 2 – 3, Sep 9 – 10 |
| Snipe | General | Nov 14 – Feb 28 |
| Woodcock | – | Dec 18 – Jan 31 |
| Rail and Gallinule | – | Sep 9 – 24, Nov 24 – Jan 28 |
| Coot | – | Nov 25 – Dec 3, Dec 9 – Jan 28 |
| Coot | Special Youth | Nov 18 – 19, Feb 3 – 4 |
Upland Birds
| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Bobwhite Quail | General | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Pheasant | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Chukar | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
Furbearers
| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver | General | Year-round |
| Bobcat | – | Oct 14 – Feb 28 |
| Coyote | – | Year-round |
| Fox | – | Oct 14 – Feb 28 |
| Mink | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Muskrat | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Nutria | – | Year-round |
| Opossum | – | Sep 1 – Feb 28 |
| Otter | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
| Raccoon | – | Sep 1 – Feb 28 |
| Skunk | – | Nov 4 – Feb 28 |
Bag Limits
| Games | Bag Limit |
| White-tailed Deer Archery and Gun Season | 1 buck or 1 doe per day, with a maximum of 3 bucks and 6 does per season |
| Primitive Weapons | 1 buck or 1 doe per day, with a maximum of 2 bucks and 4 does per season |
| Turkey Spring | 1 bearded gobbler per permit |
| Turkey Fall | 2 turkeys (1 bearded, 1 non-bearded) per tag |
| Squirrel | 8 per day, with a possession limit of 16 |
| Rabbit | 8 per day, with a possession limit of 16 |
| Ducks | 6 ducks per day, with specific restrictions on certain species like mallards |
| Geese | 5 per day |
| Mourning Dove | 15 per day, with a possession limit of 30 |
| Squirrel | 8 per day |
| Rabbit | 8 per day |
| Raccoon | No bag limit |
| Fox | No bag limit |
| Quail | 8 per day, with a possession limit of 16 |
| Crow | No bag limit Top of Form Bottom of Form |
Now that you have these dates and details, you can begin organizing your hunting trip in Alabama. Whether you’re a novice seeking your first rabbit or a seasoned deer stalker,
Mason Miller founded and leads WildlifeForum.org, a forum promoting ethical hunting and conservation. Mason, an avid outdoorsman and naturalist, studies and protects animals via activism, instructing, and research. His love of nature and dedication to sustainability inspired him to start WildlifeForum.org for responsible hunters, anglers, and outdoor lovers.
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