Georgia 2026-27 Hunting Season Dates
Quick answer
Georgia's listed 2026-27 archery deer season runs Sep 12, 2026-Jan 10, 2027.
Spring Wild Turkey opens Mar 20, 2027 and closes May 15, 2027.
Small game season opens Aug 14, 2026 and closes Oct 5, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Georgia DNR Wildlife.
- archery deer
- Sep 12, 2026-Jan 10, 2027
- spring turkey
- Mar 20-May 15, 2027
- small game
- Aug 14-Oct 5, 2026
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Key seasons by species
What changed for 2026-27
Deer dates are straightforward; public-land rules are the catch
Georgia's statewide deer calendar is easy to scan, but public-land hunts can run on separate quota or sign-in rules. Treat the table below as the season framework, then confirm the property-specific details.
Pay close attention to the agency PDF for either-sex days, primitive weapons dates, and any late-season changes.
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 Georgia DNR Wildlife before hunting.
Deer
White-tailed Deer
Archery
Sep 12, 2026-Jan 10, 2027
Zone: Statewide
White-tailed Deer
Primitive Weapons
Oct 10, 2026-Jan 10, 2027
Zone: Statewide
White-tailed Deer
Firearms
Oct 17, 2026-Jan 10, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Turkey
Wild Turkey
Spring
Mar 20-May 15, 2027
Zone: Statewide (Private Lands)
Wild Turkey
Youth/Mobility-Impaired
Mar 20-21, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Wild Turkey
Spring
Apr 3-May 15, 2027
Zone: Statewide (Public Lands)
Bear
Black Bear
Archery
Sep 12-Oct 9, 2026
Zone: Northern Zone
Black Bear
Primitive Weapons
Oct 10-16, 2026
Zone: Northern Zone
Black Bear
Firearms
Oct 17, 2026-Jan 10, 2027
Zone: Northern Zone
Small Game
Alligator
Zone & Quota
Aug 14-Oct 5, 2026
Zone: Zone & Quota Limited
Fox & Bobcat
Statewide
Dec 1, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Opossum & Raccoon
Public Lands
Aug 15, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Public Lands
Quail
Statewide
Nov 14, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Rabbit
Statewide
Nov 14, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Ruffed Grouse
Statewide
Oct 15, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Statewide
Squirrel
Statewide
Aug 15, 2026-Feb 28, 2027
Zone: Statewide
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Georgia Hunting Season FAQ
When does deer season start in Georgia?
September 12, 2026 is the first listed deer opener for Georgia; it is archery white-tailed deer Sep 12, 2026-Jan 10, 2027.
When is Georgia's firearm deer season?
Georgia does not have a firearm deer row in the current data set yet. Check Georgia DNR Wildlife for firearm, rifle, or general deer season details.
When does spring turkey open in Georgia?
March 20, 2027 is the first listed spring turkey opener for Georgia; the listed window is Mar 20-May 15, 2027.
Do I need a license to hunt in Georgia?
Yes. Hunters generally need the appropriate Georgia hunting license, and some seasons may require tags, permits, stamps, or zone-specific authorizations. Confirm final requirements with Georgia DNR Wildlife.
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