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Georgia Deer & Hunting Seasons Information and Regulations, 2023 – 2024<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

*All information listed below is disclosed based on research we have conducted. We do our best to ensure that all information is up to date and accurate. However, rules and regulations are changing every day. Please make sure to verify your state-specific regulations prior to your hunt.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Deer Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Archery Deer Season<\/td>Sep. 9, 2023 – Jan. 31, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Extended Archery Deer Season<\/td>Oct. 21, 2023 – Jan. 15, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Primitive Weapons & Youth-Only Firearms<\/td>Oct. 14 – Jan. 20, 2023<\/td><\/tr>
Firearms<\/td>Oct. 21, 2023 – Jan. 12, 2024<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Georgia has a handful of different zones as well as some specific counties that have their own dates and regulations. Please make sure to check the official Georgia Department of Natural Resources website’s deer page her<\/a>e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally speaking, deer hunting in Georgia runs from October 16th<\/sup> through January 9th<\/sup>. You can legally bag 12 deer per season across the state. There can only be two antlered deer and no more than 10 can be antlerless. There are also a number of regions that do not allow firearms at any time, regardless of season, so make sure to check the website. It is also important to make sure you have a deer permit since the state does not issue an unlimited amount and they are necessary to hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doe Tags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As stated above, hunters are allowed 10 antlerless deer per day during the allotted dates and times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Bear Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Archery Bear Season, Northern Zone<\/td>Sep. 9 – Oct. 13, 2023<\/td><\/tr>
Primitive Weapons, Northern Zone<\/td>Oct. 14 – Oct. 20, 2023<\/td><\/tr>
Firearms Bear Season, Northern Zone<\/td>Oct. 21, 2023 – Jan. 12, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Firearms Bear Season, Southern Zone<\/td>Sep. 21 – Oct. 14, 2023<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Georgia has a handful of different zones as well as some specific counties that have their own dates and regulations. Please make sure to check the official Georgia Department of Natural Resources website’s bear page her<\/a>e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is the season for black bears each fall in Georgia. Archery season runs September 11th through January 9th and firearm deer season takes place October 16th through January 9th. That is the ONLY legal time to hunt or trap bears within the state. The bag limit consists of two bears per season. However, only one bear is to be taken from within the Central or Southern Zone. You also have to make sure to keep a harvest record in the Northern Zone for the entire season and report all takes within 24 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Turkey Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Statewide<\/td>Apr. 6, 2023 – May 15, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Special Opportunity Youth\/ Mobility Impaired<\/td>Mar. 23, 2024 – Mar. 24, 2024<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Georgia has a handful of different zones as well as some specific counties that have their own dates and regulations. Please make sure to check the official Georgia Department of Natural Resources website’s bear page her<\/a>e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Management of the turkey population is strictly a spring-based sport in Georgia. There are a variety of habitats making it the ideal state for turkey enthusiasts. Georgia\u2019s turkey hunting season and regulations have changed beginning in Spring 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moving forward, if hunting<\/a> on private property, the season begins on April 2nd. If on public land or National Forest, it begins one week later on April 9th. The statewide bag limit has been reduced this year as well. Hunters are allowed two gobblers per season and only one gobblers per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Alligator Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Zone & Quota Limited<\/td>Aug. 18, 2023 – Oct. 2, 2023 (sunset to sunrise)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Georgia has a handful of different zones as well as some specific counties that have their own dates and regulations. Please make sure to check the official Georgia Department of Natural Resources website’s alligator page her<\/a>e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All alligator harvests have to be reported within 24 hours. It is legal to trap them with a variety of methods including snares, handheld ropes, harpoons, arrows with restraining lines, and more. After being legally caught, they can be killed with any caliber of handfun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia Small Game Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dove<\/td>Sep. 2 – Oct. 8, Nov. 18 – Nov. 26, Dec. 19, 2023 – Jan. 31, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Falconry (Squirrel, Rabbit, Quail, Grouse)<\/td>Sep. 2 – Sep. 24, Oct. 7 – Oct 22, Nov. 11 – Nov. 12, Nov. 18 – Dec. 2, Dec. 9 – Jan. 28<\/td><\/tr>
Fox & Bobcat<\/td>Dec. 1, 2023 – Feb. 29, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Grouse<\/td>Oct. 15, 2023 – Feb. 29, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Sora & Rails<\/td>Oct. 8 – Dec. 26<\/td><\/tr>
Opossum<\/td>Aug. 15, 2023 – Feb. 29, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Quail<\/td>Nov. 18, 2023 – Feb. 29,2024<\/td><\/tr>
Rabbit<\/td>Nov. 18, 2023 – Feb. 29,2024<\/td><\/tr>
Raccoon<\/td>Aug. 15, 2023 – Feb. 29, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Snipe<\/td>Nov. 18 – Nov. 28<\/td><\/tr>
Squirrel<\/td>Aug. 15, 2023 – Feb. 29, 2024<\/td><\/tr>
Woodcock<\/td>Dec. 9, 2023 – Jan. 22, 2024<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Georgia has a handful of different zones as well as some specific counties that have their own dates and regulations. Please make sure to check the official Georgia Department of Natural Resources website’s small game page her<\/a>e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small-game refers to animals weighing in at less than 40 pounds. This often includes pheasants, ducks, coyotes, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crossbow Regulations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Georgia is pretty friendly for crossbows! Check out these specific regulations before planning your hunt though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n