Hawaii 2026-27 Hunting Season Dates
Quick answer
Hawaii's 2026-27 archery deer season runs Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026 (Kauai Units F, J, K, & L).
Archery Goat (Kauai Island - Units G, F, & K) runs Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027.
Muzzleloader Mouflon Ram (Non-Typical) (Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island) runs Sep 4-Oct 25, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Hawaii DLNR.
- archery deer
- Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026
- big game
- Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027
- bighorn sheep
- Sep 4-Oct 25, 2026
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Key seasons by species
How to read Hawaii's seasons
Island and unit rules matter more than the calendar
Hawaii hunting is organized by island and public hunting unit, with different rules for game mammals like pigs, goats, sheep, and axis or blacktail deer, plus separate game-bird seasons. The right answer depends heavily on which island and unit you plan to hunt.
Most hunting is on designated public units with their own access and weapon rules, so confirm details with the official Hawaii DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife source.
We summarize official agency information and link to the source for verification. Regulations can change, and zone details matter. Always confirm final dates, bag limits, permits, and legal requirements with Hawaii DLNR before hunting.
Deer
Deer
Archery
Purchase dates 06/15/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Kauai Units F, J, K, & L
Big Game
Goat
Archery
Annual Goat Archery Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027.
Zone: Kauai Island - Units G, F, & K
Goat/Deer/Pig
General
Goat/Deer/Pig Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027.
Zone: Kauai Island - Units E & H
Mouflon Sheep (Non-Typical Ram)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai - Hawaii Island
Mouflon Sheep (Non-Typical Ram)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 01/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puu Anahulu - Hawaii Island
Mouflon Sheep (Typical Ram)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 01/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puu Anahulu - Hawaii Island
Goat/Deer/Pig
Muzzleloader
dates not listed
Exact dates not listed in the current data.
Muzzleloader Permit. Service dates: January 2027 and June 2027. Purchase dates 12/01/2026-06/30/2027. Exact dates not specified.
Zone: Kauai Island - Unit F
Mouflon Sheep
Lottery
dates not listed
Exact dates not listed in the current data.
Mouflon Sheep Season Tags. Lottery must be won to purchase. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-10/12/2026. Exact service dates determined by lottery results.
Zone: Lanai Island
Bighorn Sheep
Mouflon Ram (Non-Typical)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island
Mouflon Ram (Non-Typical)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 01/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island
Mouflon Ram (Typical)
Muzzleloader
Muzzleloader Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 01/01/2026-10/25/2026.
Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island
Mouflon Sheep
Lottery
dates not listed
Exact dates not listed in the current data.
Mouflon Sheep Season Tags. Lottery required. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-10/12/2026. Includes One Ewe Tag, One Either Sex Tag, One Free Ewe Tag, One Free Non-Typical Ram Tag.
Zone: Lanai Island
Other
Goat
Archery
Annual Goat Archery Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027.
Zone: Kauai Units G, F, & K
Goat/Deer/Pig
General
Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027.
Zone: Kauai Units E & H
Deer
Muzzleloader
dates not listed
Exact dates not listed in the current data.
Service dates: January 2027 and June 2027. Purchase dates 12/01/2026-06/30/2027.
Zone: Kauai Unit F
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Hawaii Hunting Season FAQ
When does deer season start in Hawaii?
Archery deer season runs Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026 (Kauai Units F, J, K, & L). Dates can differ by zone and permit; confirm with Hawaii DLNR.
Do I need a license to hunt in Hawaii?
Yes. Hunters generally need the appropriate Hawaii hunting license, and some seasons may require tags, permits, stamps, or zone-specific authorizations. Confirm final requirements with Hawaii DLNR.