West Virginia Hunting Seasons & Prices
2026 big-game season dates and license/tag prices.
West Virginia offers 2026 hunting seasons for whitetail and turkey across archery, any method, firearm, and muzzleloader methods. Seasons run from September 26 through December 31, 2026. A resident hunting license (class a) costs $19.
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 | Oct 10, 2026 | Oct 18, 2026 | Additional fall segments in some counties | 🔔 |
License & tag prices
| License | Resident | Nonresident | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Hunting License (Class A) | $19 | — | |
| Nonresident Hunting License (Class E) | — | $119 | |
| Additional Deer (RB/RRB) Archery Stamp | — | $37 | For antlered deer beyond the base archery bag |
| Conservation Stamp (nonresident) | — | $13 |
The resident hunting license and nonresident Class E hunting license cover deer during gun and archery seasons. Additional archery bucks require an RB/RRB stamp. Nonresidents also need a Conservation Stamp.
Source: West Virginia DNR license schedule (wvdnr.gov / wvhunt.com)
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West Virginia hunting FAQ
- When does whitetail season open in West Virginia in 2026?
- West Virginia's 2026 whitetail archery season opens September 26 and runs through December 31. Always confirm exact dates with the state wildlife agency before hunting.
- What big-game species can you hunt in West Virginia?
- In 2026, West Virginia has hunting seasons for whitetail and turkey.