Oregon Dove Season 2026
Oregon dove season dates start with Sep 1-Oct 30, 2026. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Oregon's listed 2026 dove season runs Sep 1-Oct 30, 2026.
General - Zone 1 (split, second segment) Mourning Dove opens Nov 15, 2026 and closes Dec 14, 2026.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Oregon ODFW.
Dove
Mourning Dove
General - Zone 2
60-consecutive day season; shooting hours one-half hour before sunrise to sunset
Zone: Zone 2
Mourning Dove
General - Zone 1 (split, second segment)
Second segment of split season; first segment Sept. 1-30; shooting hours one-half hour before sunrise to sunset
Zone: Zone 1
Mourning Dove
General - Zone 1 (split)
Split season; second segment Nov. 15 - Dec. 14; shooting hours one-half hour before sunrise to sunset
Zone: Zone 1
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Oregon Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in Oregon?
September 1, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in Oregon — general - zone 2 mourning dove runs Sep 1-Oct 30, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with Oregon ODFW.
What are the 2026 dove season dates in Oregon?
Oregon lists 3 dove season windows: General - Zone 2 Mourning Dove (Sep 1-Oct 30, 2026); General - Zone 1 (split) Mourning Dove (Sep 1-30, 2026); General - Zone 1 (split, second segment) Mourning Dove (Nov 15-Dec 14, 2026). Always verify against Oregon ODFW before hunting.
Are there different dove seasons in Oregon?
Yes — Oregon lists separate dove seasons for General - Zone 2 Mourning Dove, General - Zone 1 (split) Mourning Dove, General - Zone 1 (split, second segment) Mourning Dove. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Oregon ODFW.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Oregon ODFW.