Louisiana Dove Season 2026-27
Louisiana dove season dates start with Sep 5, 2026-Jan 10, 2027. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Louisiana's listed 2026-27 dove season runs Sep 5, 2026-Jan 10, 2027.
Regular Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove, Eurasian Dove, Collared Dove opens Sep 5, 2026 and closes Jan 17, 2027.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Louisiana LDWF.
Dove
Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove, Eurasian Dove, Collared Dove
Regular
Three splits: Sept 5-20, Oct 17-Nov 29, Dec 12-Jan 10
Zone: South Zone
Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove, Eurasian Dove, Collared Dove
Regular
Three splits: Sept 5-27, Oct 10-Nov 15, Dec 19-Jan 17
Zone: North Zone
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Louisiana Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in Louisiana?
September 5, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in Louisiana — regular mourning dove, white-winged dove, eurasian dove, collared dove runs Sep 5, 2026-Jan 10, 2027. Confirm zone and permit details with Louisiana LDWF.
What are the 2026-27 dove season dates in Louisiana?
Louisiana lists 2 dove season windows: Regular Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove, Eurasian Dove, Collared Dove (Sep 5, 2026-Jan 10, 2027); Regular Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove, Eurasian Dove, Collared Dove (Sep 5, 2026-Jan 17, 2027). Always verify against Louisiana LDWF before hunting.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in Louisiana?
Yes. Louisiana generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Louisiana LDWF.