Missouri Regulations
Hunting and fishing regulations, seasons, species information, and public access resources for the state of Missouri.
Overview
Missouri offers outstanding outdoor opportunities across forests, farmland, rivers, and the Ozark mountains.
Below are quick links to seasons, species, licensing, and access information.
Season Information
- Whitetail deer (archery, firearms, alternative methods)
- Turkey seasons (spring & fall)
- Black bear (limited permit)
- Elk (lottery-based)
- Small game (squirrel, rabbit, dove, quail)
- Waterfowl (duck, goose)
- Fishing seasons (trout, bass, catfish, crappie)
Licensing
Missouri requires appropriate licenses for hunting and fishing activities.
- Hunting license (resident & non-resident)
- Fishing license (annual, daily, combo)
- Deer & turkey permits
- Bear & elk permits (lottery)
- Waterfowl stamps
- Telecheck harvest reporting
Key Species
- Whitetail Deer
- Eastern Turkey
- Black Bear
- Elk (lottery)
- Bass, Crappie, Catfish
- Trout (Ozark streams & parks)
Public Land & Access
Missouri offers extensive public land access through conservation areas, national forests, and major lakes.
- Conservation Areas (CAs)
- Mark Twain National Forest
- State forests & natural areas
- Lake of the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake, Truman Lake
- Boat ramps & fishing access
- Managed hunts & special permits