Ohio Waterfowl Hunting Season 2025, 2026
Recorded waterfowl windows for Ohio, including history and unverified dates.
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.
Ohio Waterfowl Season Calendar
Find all waterfowl hunting season dates for Ohio including archery, rifle, muzzleloader, and shotgun seasons for 2025, 2026.
All Waterfowl Seasons
1 season for Ohio waterfowl hunting
Oct 25, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
Unverified date record; agency review required. Duck season
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Zone-Specific Information
Ohio has different waterfowl hunting dates by zone. This page shows seasons for: South Zone. Check the official state regulations for detailed zone maps and boundaries.
Important Note for Ohio
Only Athens private legal-antlered shotgun Gun Nov30–Dec6 and Bonus Gun Dec19–20 reviewed from actual2026–27 guide, no gap bridge. Valid hunting license/either-sex permit, only one antlered statewide across all seasons,3-inch antler,10-gauge-or-smaller/slug/three-shell limits retained. Current license/permit/bag/boundaries/firearm/orange/hours/CWD/local/tag/check/access rules need checks. Other hunts/six history rows/license metadata unverified; agency publication entry404 explicit, not individual permission.
Ohio Waterfowl Hunting FAQ
Common questions about waterfowl hunting in Ohio
When is waterfowl season in Ohio?
Recorded windows, not one continuous season: 2025-10-25 to 2026-01-04. Historical and unverified records may be included. Check each row's evidence and your current GMU/hunt code and license before hunting.
Are there different waterfowl hunting zones in Ohio?
Yes, Ohio has zone-specific waterfowl seasons. The zones include: South Zone. Check the season calendar above for zone-specific dates.
Do I need a license to hunt waterfowl in Ohio?
Yes, you need a valid Ohio hunting license and any required waterfowl tags or permits. Check with the Ohio wildlife agency for current license requirements and fees.
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