Hawaii 2026-27 Hunting Season Dates

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Quick answer

Hawaii's listed 2026-27 archery deer season runs Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026.

Big game season opens Jul 1, 2026 and closes Jun 30, 2027.

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
big game: Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027

Last verified: June 15, 2026Source: Hawaii DLNRHow we update dates

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Key seasons by species

Hawaii Deer5 listed season rows

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

Black-tailed Deer

Muzzleloader

Closed

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dates not listed

Exact dates not listed in the current data.

Purchase dates 12/01/2025-06/30/2026. Service dates January 2026 and June 2026. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Unit F, Kauai Island

Black-tailed Deer

Muzzleloader

Closed

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Jan 1-Jun 30, 2026

Service dates: January 2026 and June 2026. Purchase dates 12/01/2025-06/30/2026. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Unit F, Kauai Island

Black-tailed Deer

Archery

Open

OPEN

Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026

Purchase dates 06/15/2026-10/25/2026. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Units F, J, K & L, Kauai Island

Black-tailed Deer

Archery

Open

OPEN

Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026

Purchase dates 06/15/2026-10/25/2026. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Units F, J, K, & L, Kauai Island

Black-tailed Deer

Muzzleloader

Upcoming

46d

Sep 5-6, 2026

Muzzleloader Black-Tailed Deer Tag. Purchase dates 08/01/2026-09/07/2026. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25. No action listed (possibly sold out or lottery).

Zone: Kauai Island

Big Game

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Feral Goat

Archery

Closed

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Mar 6-Jun 28, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-06/28/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island

Feral Goat

Archery

Open

OPEN

Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027

Annual Goat Archery Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Units G, F & K, Kauai Island

Feral Goat

Archery

Open

OPEN

Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027

Annual Goat Archery Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027. Resident $5, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Units G, F, & K, Kauai Island

Feral Goat

Archery

Upcoming

11d

Aug 1-30, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-08/30/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Goat

Muzzleloader

Upcoming

46d

Sep 5-20, 2026

Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-09/20/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Goat (Puu Anahulu)

Archery

Closed

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Mar 6-Jun 28, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-06/28/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island

Feral Goat (Puuwaawaa Makai)

Archery

Upcoming

11d

Aug 1-30, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-08/30/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Goat (Puuwaawaa Makai)

Muzzleloader

Upcoming

46d

Sep 5-20, 2026

Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-09/20/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Ram (Puu Anahulu)

Archery

Closed

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Mar 6-Jun 28, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-06/28/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island

Feral Ram (Sheep)

Archery

Closed

—

Mar 6-Jun 28, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-06/28/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puu Anahulu, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep

Disabled Hunters Archery

Closed

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dates not listed

Exact dates not listed in the current data.

Disabled Hunters season. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-08/31/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep

Youth Archery

Closed

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dates not listed

Exact dates not listed in the current data.

Youth Hunt (10-15 years old only). Purchase dates 06/01/2026-08/31/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa, Hawaii Island

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Feral Sheep

Archery

Upcoming

11d

Aug 1-30, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-08/30/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep

Muzzleloader

Upcoming

46d

Sep 5-20, 2026

Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-09/20/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep (Puuwaawaa Makai)

Archery

Upcoming

11d

Aug 1-30, 2026

Purchase dates 01/01/2026-08/30/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep (Puuwaawaa Makai)

Muzzleloader

Upcoming

46d

Sep 5-20, 2026

Labor Day Weekend Open. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-09/20/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa Makai, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep (Puuwaawaa)

Youth Hunt (10-15 years old)

Closed

—

dates not listed

Exact dates not listed in the current data.

Youth Hunt (10-15 years old only). Archery tag. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-08/31/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa, Hawaii Island

Feral Sheep (Puuwaawaa)

Disabled Hunters

Closed

—

dates not listed

Exact dates not listed in the current data.

Disabled Hunters. Archery tag. Purchase dates 06/01/2026-08/31/2026. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Puuwaawaa, Hawaii Island

Goat/Deer/Pig

General

Open

OPEN

Jul 1, 2026-Jun 30, 2027

Goat/Deer/Pig Permit. Purchase dates 06/15/2026-06/14/2027. Resident $10, Non-Resident $25.

Zone: Units E & H, Kauai Island

Mouflon Sheep

General

Closed

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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. Resident $40, Non-Resident $250. No lottery currently active within this season.

Zone: Lanai Island

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Hawaii Hunting Season FAQ

When does deer season start in Hawaii?

July 1, 2026 is the first listed deer opener for Hawaii; it is archery black-tailed deer Jul 1-Oct 25, 2026.

When is Hawaii's firearm deer season?

Hawaii does not have a firearm deer row in the current data set yet. Check Hawaii DLNR for firearm, rifle, or general deer season details.

When does spring turkey open in Hawaii?

A current spring turkey opener is not listed for Hawaii yet. Check Hawaii DLNR for the latest turkey dates.

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.