North Carolina Dove Season 2026-27
North Carolina dove season dates start with Sep 5-Oct 10, 2026. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
North Carolina's listed 2026-27 dove season runs Sep 5-Oct 10, 2026.
Extended Falconry Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove opens Oct 12, 2026 and closes Oct 24, 2026.
Regular Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove opens Nov 7, 2026 and closes Nov 28, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Dove
Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove
Regular
Three split seasons: Sept 5-Oct 10, Nov 7-Nov 28, Dec 16-Jan 30. No hunting on Sundays. Shooting hours 1/2 hour before sunrise until sunset.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove
Extended Falconry
Falconry extended season. Possession limit 9. No hunting on Sundays. Hunting hours 1/2 hour before sunrise until sunset. Harlequin duck taking prohibited.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove
Regular
Second split of three. No hunting on Sundays. Shooting hours 1/2 hour before sunrise until sunset.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove
Regular
Third split of three. No hunting on Sundays. Shooting hours 1/2 hour before sunrise until sunset.
Zone: Statewide
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North Carolina Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in North Carolina?
September 5, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in North Carolina — regular mourning dove & white-winged dove runs Sep 5-Oct 10, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
What are the 2026-27 dove season dates in North Carolina?
North Carolina lists 4 dove season windows: Regular Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove (Sep 5-Oct 10, 2026); Extended Falconry Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove (Oct 12-24, 2026); Regular Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove (Nov 7-28, 2026); Regular Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove (Dec 16, 2026-Jan 30, 2027). Always verify against NC Wildlife Resources Commission before hunting.
Are there different dove seasons in North Carolina?
Yes — North Carolina lists separate dove seasons for Regular Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove, Extended Falconry Mourning Dove & White-winged Dove. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in North Carolina?
Yes. North Carolina generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with NC Wildlife Resources Commission.