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August 1, 2023

Mississippi Hunting Seasons 2024-2025

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Get the details on the 2024-2025 Mississippi hunting seasons for white-tailed deer, turkey, small game, and squirrel as published by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. We have provided the data in easy-to-read tables and a color-coded map.

DISCLAIMER: This article is not meant to fully disclose all rules and regulations pertaining to these seasons. To read the full details including bag limits, legal deer definition, seasons, open areas and more, visit the MDWFP hunting season publication

NOTE: seasons are subject to change by MDWFP due to flooding and other causes.  Visit www.mdwfp.com for more information on closures.

2024-2025 White-Tailed Deer Hunting Season Schedule in Mississippi*

ZoneWeapon TypeOpen DateClose DateLegal Deer
Delta, North Central, and Hills*ArcherySept. 13, 2024Sept. 15, 2024Only one (1) Legal Buck. Special permit, mandatory reporting, and CWD sampling required. Private Land and authorized state and federal lands.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*ArcheryOct. 1, 2024Nov. 22, 2024Either-Sex on private land, open public land, and Holly Springs NF
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Youth Season (age 15 and under)Nov. 9, 2024Nov. 22, 2024Either-Sex on private lands, authorized state and federal lands, and open public lands.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Youth Season (age 15 and under)Nov. 23, 2024Jan. 31, 2025Either-Sex on private lands. On open public lands, youth must follow below legal deer criteria.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Antlerless Primitive WeaponNov. 11, 2024Nov. 22, 2024Antlerless Deer Only on private lands.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Gun (with dogs)Nov. 23, 2024Dec. 1, 2024Either-Sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Primitive WeaponDec. 2, 2024Dec. 15, 2024Either-Sex on private land, open public land, and Holly Springs NF. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Gun (without dogs)Dec. 16, 2024Dec. 23, 2024Either-Sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Gun (with dogs)Dec. 24, 2024Jan 22, 2025Either-Sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Delta, North Central, and Hills*Archery/Primitive WeaponJan. 23, 2025Jan. 31, 2025Either-Sex on private land and Holly Springs NF. Legal Bucks only on open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license.
Southeast*ArcherySept. 13, 2024Sept. 15, 2024Only one (1) Legal Buck. Special permit, mandatory reporting, and CWD sampling required. Private Land and authorized state and federal lands.
Southeast*ArcheryOct. 15, 2024Nov. 22, 2024Either-Sex on private and open public land.
Southeast*Youth Season (Age 15 and under)Nov. 9, 2024Nov. 22, 2024Either-Sex on private lands, authorized state and federal lands, and open public lands.
Southeast*Youth Season (Age 15 and under)Nov. 23, 2024Feb. 15, 2025Either-Sex on private lands. On open public lands, youth must follow below legal deer criteria.
Southeast*Gun (with dogs)Nov. 23, 2024Dec. 1, 2024Either-Sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Southeast*Primitive WeaponDec. 2, 2024Dec. 15, 2024Either-Sex on private and open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license.
Southeast*Gun (without dogs)Dec. 16, 2024Dec. 23, 2024Either-Sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Southeast*Gun (with dogs)Dec. 24, 2024Jan. 22, 2025Either-Sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land.
Southeast*Archery/Primitive WeaponJan. 23, 2025Jan. 31, 2025Either-Sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license.
Southeast*Archery/Primitive WeaponFeb. 1, 2025Feb. 15, 2025Either-Sex on private land. Legal Bucks only on open public land. Weapon of choice may be used on private land with appropriate license.
*limits and regulations apply, see the full MDWFP publication for details.

2024-2025 Turkey Hunting Seasons in Mississippi*

Spring Turkey Season

  • March 15th –  May 1st
  • One (1) adult gobbler or 1 gobbler with a 6-inch or longer beard per day, 3 per Spring season.
  • Hunters 15 years of age and younger may harvest 1 gobbler of choice (any age) per day, 3 per Spring season.

Youth Spring Turkey Season (15 and under)

  • March 8th – March 14th
  • Private and authorized state and federal public lands
  • One (1) adult gobbler or 1 gobbler with a 6-inch or longer beard per day, 3 per Spring season.
  • Hunters 15 years of age and younger may harvest 1 gobbler of choice (any age) per day, 3 per Spring season.

Non-Resident Season (Public Lands)

  • Non-residents cannot hunt any public land in Mississippi before April 1 unless drawn for either a Non-resident Public Lands Turkey Permit or WMA Draw Hunt. During youth season on public land, any non-resident accompanying adult must be permitted/drawn.

*Read full details including bag limits and open areas in the MDWFP Mississippi hunting season publication

Tips for Hunting Clubs

Just before hunting season opens is a good time to check your hunting club property to make sure everything is safe and the equipment is functioning properly. Read our tips for hunting clubs to increase safety of their members and reduce club liability for tips on what to keep an eye out for.

2024-2025 Small Game Hunting Seasons in Mississippi*

SpeciesOpen DateClose DateDaily Bag Limit
Rabbit*Oct. 12, 2024Feb. 28, 20258
Bobwhite Quail*Nov. 28, 2024Mar. 1, 20258
Frog*Apr. 1, 2025Sept. 30, 202525/night
Raccoon*Jul. 1, 2025Sept. 30, 20251 per party/night
Opossum, Raccoon, and Bobcat (food and sport)*Oct. 1 , 2024Oct. 31, 20245/day
8/party
Opossum, Raccoon, and Bobcat (food, sport, and pelt)*Nov. 1, 2024Feb. 28 ,2025No limit
Trapping*Nov. 1, 2024Mar. 15, 2025No limit
*To read the full details including bag limits, legal deer definition, seasons, open areas and more, visit the MDWFP hunting season publication.

2024-2025 Squirrel Hunting Season in Mississippi*

SeasonOpen DateClose DateDaily Bag Limit
Youth Squirrel*Sept. 24, 2024Sept. 30, 20248
FallOct. 1, 2024Feb. 28, 20258
SpringMay 15, 2025Jun. 1, 20254
*On private lands and authorized state and federal lands only in those areas open for squirrel hunting. View the MDFWP Hunting Season publication for full details.

Other Articles of Interest to Mississippi Hunters

  • Estate Planning for Ownership Interests in Hunting Clubs
  • Mississippi Land Lease Agreements
  • Practical ways for hunting clubs to reduce liability
  • 3 Steps to Have a Safe Hunting Season
  • What to Do About Trespassers On Your Land
  • Legal Devices to help Hunting Clubs and Landowners Minimize Their Liability

 

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