North Carolina Waterfowl Shotgun Season 2025, 2026
Shotgun waterfowl hunting dates for North Carolina.
Recorded dates, not hunting permission
Status assessment: 2026-10-14 UTC (static build snapshot). Static activity badges and day counts use this build assessment, not a live check. Interactive finder results show their own UTC assessment day.
0 of 1 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.
North Carolina Waterfowl Shotgun Season
Find shotgun waterfowl hunting season dates for North Carolina. Plan your 2025, 2026 shotgun hunt with dates, zones, and equipment requirements.
Shotgun Waterfowl Season Dates
1 shotgun season in North Carolina
| Dates | Zone | Status | Notes | Add to Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026 Unverified date record; agency review required | Zone not recorded | Historical record | Zone-specific | |
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Important Note for North Carolina
Only Chatham Central private-land legal-antlered regular rifle dates Nov14–Jan1 from actual agency-linked2026–27 digest reviewed. Sunday firearms9:30–12:30/500-yard worship limits, written permission within12 months and no deer-dog hunting retained. Current licenses/cards, sex/bag, boundaries, firearm/local/hours/orange/reporting/CWD/access rules need checks. Other hunts and six history rows/license metadata unverified; not individual permission.
North Carolina Waterfowl Shotgun Hunting FAQ
Common questions about shotgun waterfowl hunting in North Carolina
When does shotgun waterfowl season start in North Carolina?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-11-10 to 2026-01-31. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
What shot size is legal for waterfowl in North Carolina?
North Carolina regulates shot size and shot type for waterfowl hunting. Many states require non-toxic shot for waterfowl and may have specific pellet size requirements for other game. Verify current shotgun regulations with the state.
Do I need a special tag for shotgun waterfowl hunting in North Carolina?
You need a valid North Carolina hunting license and applicable waterfowl tags or permits. Some states offer shotgun-specific tags or have separate quotas. Check current license requirements and availability.
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