Given its natural beauty and diversity, it should come as no surprise that hunters like visiting Washington State. Washington has many chances to hunt a variety of game animals, from the stunning Cascade Mountains to the untamed Pacific Northwest coasts.
Here’s an overview of the Washington Hunting Season:
Deer & Elk
Moose
- Kettle Range-East Okanogan: Hunt from October 1 to November 30 in areas 101, 105, 204. Permits: 10. Target: Any Antlered Bull Moose.
- Douglas A – Early: Hunt spans from October 1 to October 31 in area 108. Permits: 4.
- Douglas A – Late: Continue the hunt from November 1 to November 30 in area 108. Permits: 4.
- Aladdin A – Early: Engage in the hunt from October 1 to October 31 in area 111. Permits: 3.
- Aladdin A – Late: Extend your hunting season from November 1 to November 30 in area 111. Permits: 3.
- Selkirk 113: Explore the hunting grounds from October 1 to November 30 in area 113. Permits: 15.
- 49 Degrees North A – Early: October 1-31, area 117 (except Parker Lake). Permits: 12.
- 49 Degrees North A – Late: Continue the adventure from November 1 to November 30 in area 117 (except Parker Lake). Permits: 12.
- Huckleberry A – Early: Hunt throughout October in area 121. Permits: 10.
- Huckleberry A – Late: Extend your hunting season into November in area 121. Permits: 10.
- Spokane West A C: Hunt in the region from October 1 to November 30, specifically in 124 w of Hwy 395. Permits: 2.
- Mt Spokane South A: Explore the territories of Area 1 & 2 (within 124) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 8.
- Hangman C: Engage in the hunt from October 1 to November 30 in areas 127, 130, 139. Permits: 4.
- Douglas 108 B: Hunt selectively in area 108 from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2 (Antlerless Only).
- Aladdin 111 B: Target your hunt in area 111 from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2.
- 49 Degrees North B: Explore the grounds of area 117 (except Parker Lake) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2.
- Huckleberry B: Engage in the hunt from October 1 to November 30 in area 121. Permits: 8.
- Mt Spokane South B: Explore the territories of Area 1 (within 124) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2.
- Mt Spokane North B: Venture into Area 2 (within 124) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2.
- Mica Peak C: Hunt in the region from October 1 to November 30 in area 127. Permits: 2.
- Cheney B C: Engage in the hunt from October 1 to November 30 in areas 130, 139. Permits: 2.
- Mt Spokane South Y: A special Youth-only hunt in Area 1 (within 124) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 1 (Youth Only – Antlerless).
- 49 Degrees North V: Exclusive hunt for 65 and Over in area 117 (except Parker Lake) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 1 (65 and Over – Antlerless).
- Huckleberry V: Explore the hunting grounds in area 121 from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 2.
- 49 Degrees North D: Special hunt for Disabled Hunters in area 117 (except Parker Lake) from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 1 (Disabled Hunter – Antlerless Only).
- Mt Spokane North D: Venture into Area 2 (within 124) for a unique hunt from October 1 to November 30. Permits: 1.
Bear
From August 1 to November 15, the Black Bear Fall Hunting Season (General)
Goat and Bighorn Sheep
| Hunting Area | Season Dates | Permit/Game Name |
|---|---|---|
| Goats | ||
| Naches Pass (3-6) | Sept 1Nov 30 | GMU 6002 |
| Bumping River (3-7) | GMU 6003 | |
| Chowder Ridge (4-3) | GMU 6004 | |
| Lincoln Peak (4-4) | GMU 6005 | |
| Avalanche Gorge (4-7) | GMU 6006 | |
| Goat Rocks West (5-4) | Oct 1Nov 30 | GMU 6007 |
| Goat Rocks East (5-5) | GMU 6008 | |
| Mt Margaret Backcountry (5-6) | GMU 6009 | |
| Mt St Helens South (5-7) | GMU 6010 | |
| Bighorn Sheep | ||
| Cleman Mountain (7) | Oct 1-31 | Permit 5000, Lincoln Cliffs |
| Quilomene (13) | Oct 1-31 | Permit 5002 |
| Manson (16) | Nov 9-30 | Permit 5004 |
| Chelan Butte A E (18) | Sept 15-Oct 10 | Permit 5005 |
| Chelan Butte B E (18) | Oct 11-Nov 15 | Permit 5006 |
| Mountain ViewBlack Butte (GMU 172, portions of GMU 181, 186) | Sept 15-Oct 10 | Permit 5007 |
| Cleman Mountain A (7) | Oct 10-31 | Permit 5008 |
| Cleman Mountain B (7) | Nov 6-26 | Permit 5009 |
| Lincoln Cliffs Whitestone Unit (20) | Oct 1-10 | Permit 5010 |
| Chelan Butte E (18) | Sept 15-Oct 10 | Permit 5011 |
| Cleman Mountain (7) | Nov 6-26 | Permit 5012 |
| Chelan Butte A E (18) | Oct 11-31 | Permit 5013 |
| Chelan Butte B C, D, E (18) | Oct 11-31 | Permit 5014 |
Upland Birds
| Grouse | Forest (Dusky, Sooty, Ruffed, Spruce) | Sept 15 - Jan 15 |
| Ptarmigan, Sage, and Sharp-tailed Grouse | Closed statewide | |
| Partridge | Gray (Hungarian) Partridge (Eastern) | Sept 16-17, Oct 7 - Jan 15 |
| Pheasant | Western (Youth Only) | Sept 16-17 (8am to 4pm) |
| Western (65 Years or Older, Hunters with Disabilities) | Sept 18-22 (8am to 4pm) | |
| Western (Regular Season) | Sept 23 - Nov 30 (8am to 4pm) | |
| Western Extended Season (ONLY at specified locations) | Dec 1-15 (8am to 4pm) | |
| Eastern (Youth Only) | Sept 16-17 | |
| Eastern (65 Years or Older, Hunters with Disabilities) | Sept 18-22 | |
| Eastern (Regular Season) | Oct 21 - Jan 15 | |
| Quail | Western | Sept 23 - Nov 30 (8am to 4pm) |
| Eastern (Youth Only) | Sept 16-17 | |
| Eastern (Regular Season) | Oct 7 - Jan 15 | |
| Chukar | Eastern (Youth Only) | Sept 16-17 |
| Eastern | Oct 7 - Jan 31 |
Turkey
| Hunting Areas (GMUs) | Season Dates |
|---|---|
| Explore GMUs: 101-154, 162-186, 382, 388, 568-578, 203-290 | Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 |
| Across the State | April 1-7 |
| Throughout Washington | April 15 - May 31 |
| Teanaway - GMU 335 | Nov. 15 - Dec. 15 |
Migratory
| Species | Dates | Daily Bag Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Ducks (except Mallard, Pintail, Wood Duck, and Harlequin Duck) | Oct. 14 - Nov. 26 and Dec. 9 - Jan. 28 | 6 |
| Mallard | Oct. 14 - Nov. 26 and Dec. 9 - Jan. 28 | 3 |
| Pintail | Oct. 14 - Nov. 10 and Dec. 9 - Jan. 28 | 1 |
| Wood Duck | Oct. 14 - Nov. 3 and Dec. 9 - Jan. 28 | 2 |
| Harlequin Duck | Oct. 14 - Nov. 3 | 2 |
| Geese (except Brant) | Sept. 23 (Canada and white-fronted goose only), Oct. 14 - Nov. 26 and Dec. 9 - Jan. 28 | 4 |
| Brant | Oct. 14 - Nov. 26 | 3 |
| Canada Goose (Late Season) | Feb. 17 - Mar. 3 | 2 |
| White Goose (Late Season) | Feb. 17 - Mar. 3 | 2 |
| Coot | Oct. 14 - Jan. 28 | 15 |
| Snipe | Oct. 14 - Dec. 2 | 8 |
Furbearers
| Fox | 1-Sep - 15-Mar |
| Bobcat | 1-Sep - 15-Mar |
| Cougar | Early: Sept 1 - Dec 31 |
| Late: Jan 1 - Apr 30 | |
| Coyote | Year-round |
| Rabbit | Cottontail rabbit and snowshoe hare: 1-Sep - 15-Mar |
| Jackrabbit: Closed statewide | |
| Raccoon | 1-Sep - 15-Mar |
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