Wisconsin Hunting Seasons & Prices
2026 big-game season dates and license/tag prices.
Wisconsin offers 2026 hunting seasons for whitetail and turkey across archery, any method, firearm, and muzzleloader methods. Seasons run from September 12, 2026 through January 3, 2027. A gun deer license costs $24 for residents and $200 for nonresidents.
Planning reference only — always confirm dates and prices with the state wildlife agency before applying, buying a license, or hunting.
Season dates
Whitetail
Turkey
| Season | Method | Opens | Closes | Notes | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Any method | Sep 12, 2026 | Jan 3, 2027 | 🔔 |
License & tag prices
| License | Resident | Nonresident | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gun Deer License | $24 | $200 | |
| Archer or Crossbow License | $24 | $200 | Crossbow/Archer upgrade $3 |
| Wild Turkey License (per season) | $15 | $65 | |
| Conservation Patron License (all-inclusive) | $165 | — |
Wisconsin sells activity licenses by method. A gun-deer, archer, or crossbow license each covers deer; archer and crossbow can be upgraded to include each other for $3. Turkey licenses are sold per season. The Conservation Patron License is an all-inclusive resident package.
Source: Wisconsin DNR Go Wild License Fees (dnr.wisconsin.gov/GoWild)
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Wisconsin hunting FAQ
- When does whitetail season open in Wisconsin in 2026?
- Wisconsin's 2026 whitetail archery season opens September 12 and runs through January 3. Always confirm exact dates with the state wildlife agency before hunting.
- What big-game species can you hunt in Wisconsin?
- In 2026, Wisconsin has hunting seasons for whitetail and turkey.
- How much is a Wisconsin hunting license for nonresidents?
- A gun deer license in Wisconsin is $200 for nonresidents and $24 for residents.