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IndianaDeer & Turkey Season Dates
2026-2027 deer and turkey season dates for Indiana.
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Whitetail Deer
Statewide
| Season | Dates | Weapon | Bag limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Deer Season | Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026 | any | |
| Archery Deer Season | Oct 1, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 | archery | |
| Firearms Deer Season | Nov 14, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026 | firearms | |
| Muzzleloader Deer Season | Dec 5, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026 | muzzleloader |
Youth Deer Season: Statewide youth deer weekend.
Archery Deer Season: Statewide archery season.
Firearms Deer Season: Statewide firearms season.
Muzzleloader Deer Season: Statewide muzzleloader season.
Reduction Zones
| Season | Dates | Weapon | Bag limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reduction Zone Season | Sep 15, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 | any |
Reduction Zone Season: Antlerless deer reduction zones only, where open. Contact IN DNR for open counties.
Whitetail Deer source: in.gov
Turkey
Statewide
| Season | Dates | Weapon | Bag limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Turkey Season | Oct 1, 2026 – Oct 26, 2026 | any | |
| Spring Turkey Season | Apr 22, 2027 – May 10, 2027 | shotgun |
Fall Turkey Season: Fall archery/general season. 1 bird either sex. Statewide.
Spring Turkey Season: Statewide. Hours: 30 min before sunrise to sunset. DNR properties: sunrise to noon (CT) or 1pm (ET) for spring. bearded or male turkey only
Select Counties
| Season | Dates | Weapon | Bag limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Turkey Extended Season — Select Counties | Dec 6, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027 | any |
Fall Turkey Extended Season — Select Counties: Extended fall turkey season in select Indiana counties only. Verify open counties with IN DNR.
Turkey source: in.gov
Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify current dates with the Indiana state wildlife agency before you hunt.
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