Michigan Hunting Season Dates
Recorded hunting windows for Michigan, including historical and unverified entries.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
0 of 7 recorded windows have date-review evidence. Other rows remain unverified. Historical records are retained and are not a current-season promise.
Check your current agency regulations, GMU or zone, hunt code, license and access restrictions before hunting. An agency link or successful publication fetch does not verify a row. Reviewed base dates do not cover every license-specific exception.
Michigan Hunting Season Calendar
Find all hunting season dates for Michigan including deer, elk, turkey, and waterfowl. Filter by species and hunting method.
Recorded Season Windows
All Michigan hunting seasons organized by species
Deer 4 seasons
| Method | Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | Oct 1 - Nov 14, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Early archery | |
| Archery | Dec 1, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Late archery | |
| Rifle/Firearm | Nov 15-30, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Firearm season | |
| Muzzleloader | Dec 6-22, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Lower Peninsula | Closed | Muzzleloader - south | |
Turkey 1 season
| Method | Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any Legal Method | Apr 20 - May 31, 2026 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Spring season - multiple periods | |
Bear 1 season
| Method | Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any Legal Method | Sep 15 - Oct 26, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Hunt period 1-3 | |
Elk 1 season
| Method | Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any Legal Method | Sep 7 - Oct 4, 2025 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded; check your license | Closed | Limited permit | |
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Michigan Hunting Regulations
License year, species, and agency information
- License Year
- Mar 1, 2025 - Feb 28, 2026
- Available Species
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- Bear
- Deer
- Elk
- Turkey
- Hunting Methods
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- Archery
- Rifle/Firearm
- Muzzleloader
- Any Legal Method
- Wildlife Agency
- Michigan Department of Natural Resources
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Important Note for Michigan
Michigan has separate regulations for Upper and Lower Peninsulas.
Hunting Method Legend
Michigan Hunting FAQ
Common questions about hunting seasons in Michigan
What are the hunting season dates for Michigan?
Recorded Michigan entries cover Bear, Deer, Elk, Turkey. Dates include history and unverified records; the recorded license-year metadata is not current verification. Check row evidence and current agency regulations and your license.
When does deer season start in Michigan?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-01 to 2025-11-14; 2025-12-01 to 2026-01-01; 2025-11-15 to 2025-11-30; 2025-12-06 to 2025-12-22. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
Does Michigan require a draw for hunting?
Draw requirements depend on species, GMU or zone, hunt code and license type. Recorded date windows do not establish eligibility. Check the current Michigan agency rules and your actual license.
What should I know about hunting in Michigan?
Michigan has separate regulations for Upper and Lower Peninsulas.
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