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We set out to create the most simplified guide to Michigan hunting seasons for 2023.
Want to find out season dates, learn about regulations and bag limits, understand license requirements, and get access helpful links?
Then you’ll love the info outlined in today’s guide. Let’s dive right in.
Michigan has a long rich tradition of hunting and wildlife conservation.
Early Antlerless, Firearms: September 18 - September 19
Liberty Hunt: September 11 - September 12
Independence Hunt: October 14 - October 17
Archery: October 1, 2021 - November 14 and December 1 - January 1
Regular Firearm: November 15 - November 30
Muzzleloader: December 3 - December 12
Late Anterless, Firearms: December 13 - January 1
Fall General Season: September 15 - November 14
Spring General Season: April 17 - June 7
Cottontail Rabbit: September 15 - March 31
Snowshoe Hare: September 15 - March 31
Pheasant (Male only): October 10 - January 1
Grouse, Ruffed: September 15 - November 14 and December 1 - January 1
Grouse, Sharp-tailed: October 10 - October 31
Squirrel (Fox and Gray): September 15 - March 31
Opossum, Porcupine, Weasel, Red Squirrel, Skunk, Ground Squirrel, Woodchuck, Feral Swine, Feral Pigeons, Starling, House Sparrows: Open season
See the map below for a breakdown of Michigan's hunting zones:
Deer bag limits: 1
An annual base license is required for everyone who hunts for small game and additional license.
Purchase your hunting and fishing license at : https://www.mdnr-elicense.com/
Antlered deer have at least one antler that extends 3 inches above the skull.
You cannot bait.
You don't need to wear orange when bowhunting.
Official State Site: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/
Deer season ends January 1 in Michigan.
Michigan's deer hunting seasons starts as early as October 1 for the early archery season.
The liberty hunt is September 11 - September 12 in Michigan.
