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West Virginia Hunting Season Dates 2026–27

Season openers, closers, and tag requirements by species. Always confirm against WV Dept of Natural Resources (WVDNR) before you hunt — dates can change.

License: resident $19.00 · nonresident $119.00. Species tags and permits are extra — see each section below.

White-tailed Deer Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
Archery & CrossbowSep 27Dec 31License
Firearms (Buck)Nov 24Dec 7License
Antlerless FirearmDec 8Dec 14License
MuzzleloaderDec 15Dec 21License
Youth SeasonOct 18Oct 19License

Wild Turkey Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
FallOct 11Oct 19License
Spring YouthApr 18Apr 19License
Spring GobblerApr 20May 24License

Mourning Dove Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
Archery & CrossbowSep 27Dec 31License
FirearmsNov 24Dec 7License
Early SeasonSep 1Oct 18HIP
Late SeasonDec 12Jan 12HIP

Mourning Dove Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
Regular SeasonSep 1Nov 9HIP

Pheasant Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
Stocked SeasonOct 25Dec 31License

Duck & Goose Season Dates

SeasonOpensClosesTag
Duck SeasonOct 25Jan 18Stamp
Canada GooseOct 26Jan 31Stamp
Verify before you hunt. These dates are compiled for planning and can change between when they're published and when the season opens — and many states vary dates by unit, zone, or WMU. Always confirm with WV Dept of Natural Resources (WVDNR) before heading out. Nothing here is legal advice.
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