Kansas Regulations
Hunting and fishing regulations, seasons, species information, and public access resources for the state of Kansas.
Overview
Kansas offers outstanding outdoor opportunities across prairies, farmland, reservoirs, and river systems — especially known for trophy whitetails and upland birds.
Below are quick links to seasons, species, licensing, and access information.
Season Information
- Whitetail deer (archery, muzzleloader, firearm — draw & OTC)
- Turkey seasons (spring & fall)
- Upland birds (pheasant, quail, prairie chicken)
- Small game (rabbit, squirrel, dove)
- Waterfowl (duck, goose — Central Flyway)
- Fishing seasons (bass, crappie, catfish, walleye)
Licensing
Kansas requires appropriate licenses for hunting and fishing activities.
- Hunting license (resident & non-resident)
- Fishing license (annual, 1-day, combo)
- Deer permits (draw for non-residents)
- Turkey permits
- Waterfowl stamps (state & federal)
- HIP certification (required for migratory birds)
Key Species
- Whitetail Deer (trophy-class)
- Eastern & Rio Grande Turkey
- Pheasant & Quail
- Bass, Crappie, Catfish
- Walleye (reservoirs)
- Waterfowl (Central Flyway)
Public Land & Access
Kansas offers public land access through WMAs, state fishing lakes, reservoirs, and one of the nation’s largest walk-in hunting programs.
- Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs)
- Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA)
- State Fishing Lakes
- Reservoirs (Milford, Wilson, Cheney, etc.)
- Public boat ramps & fishing piers
- Special hunts & permit opportunities