Mississippi Regulations
Hunting and fishing regulations, seasons, species information, and public access resources for the state of Mississippi.
Overview
Mississippi offers rich outdoor opportunities across hardwood forests, river bottoms, farmland, and the Gulf Coast.
Below are quick links to seasons, species, licensing, and access information.
Season Information
- Whitetail deer (archery, primitive weapons, gun)
- Turkey seasons (spring & fall)
- Small game (squirrel, rabbit, dove, quail)
- Waterfowl (duck, goose)
- Alligator season (lottery-based)
- Freshwater & saltwater fishing seasons
Licensing
Mississippi requires appropriate licenses for hunting and fishing activities.
- Hunting license (resident & non-resident)
- Freshwater & saltwater fishing licenses
- Deer permit
- Turkey permit
- Alligator lottery application
- Waterfowl stamps
Key Species
- Whitetail Deer
- Eastern Turkey
- Alligator
- Dove & Quail
- Bass, Crappie, Catfish
- Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder (coastal)
Public Land & Access
Mississippi offers extensive public land access through WMAs, national forests, and coastal areas.
- Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs)
- Delta National Forest
- De Soto National Forest
- Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge
- Coastal access & boat ramps
- Quota hunts & special permits