--- title: "Oklahoma City Hunting" url: https://www.hereoklahomacity.com/hunting-oklahoma-city-ok/ date: 2026-07-26T13:50:35-05:00 modified: 2026-07-26T14:05:40-05:00 author: "" site: "HERE Oklahoma City" attribution: "HERE Oklahoma City" --- # Oklahoma City Hunting *Source: [HERE Oklahoma City](https://www.hereoklahomacity.com/hunting-oklahoma-city-ok/) โ€” July 26, 2026 by * HERE Oklahoma City # Oklahoma City OK Hunting Report Live conditions, season status, solunar ratings, WMA profiles, and community hunting coverage for Oklahoma County and Statewide deer seasons. Hog: Closed Turkey: Open Dove: Open Deer: Open Statewide deer seasons **2** WMAs Profiled **Live** Hunt Conditions **Solunar** Rating **2026** Season Guide First Look โ€ข Hunt Conditions ๐ŸŒ” Waxing Gibbous Illumination: 90% Sunrise 7:41 am Sunset 6:47 pm Temp 55ยฐF Wind 3 mph Weather as of 8:20 AM ET Fair โ€” bright nights keep deer nocturnal. Hunt midday movement. 91 PRIME Prime hunting conditions. Get in the stand early. Statewide deer seasons โ€ข Oklahoma County ## Oklahoma City Hunting Season Status Whitetail Deer OPEN **Season Dates**Oklahoma 2026โ€“27 statewide deer: archery Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Jan 15, 2027; youth gun Oct 16โ€“18; muzzleloader Oct 24 โ€“ Nov 1; gun Nov 21 โ€“ Dec 6; holiday antlerless gun Dec 18โ€“31. **Bag Limit:**See ODWC deer regulations for bag limits. Deer season is OPEN โ€” check which method is legal today. Hunter orange required during gun seasons; check in harvest with ODWC. per [ODWC](https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/hunting/seasons) ยท verified 2026-10-22 Feral Hog CLOSED **Season Dates**Feral swine are not listed in ODWC's 2026โ€“27 season table. Check ODWC rules before hunting hogs. **Bag Limit:**N/A Feral swine are not listed in ODWC's 2026โ€“27 season table. Check ODWC rules before hunting hogs. Feral swine are not listed in ODWC's 2026โ€“27 season table. Check ODWC rules before hunting hogs. per [ODWC](https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/hunting/seasons) ยท verified 2026-10-22 Spring Turkey OPEN **Season Dates**Fall archery Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Jan 15, 2027; fall gun Oct 31 โ€“ Nov 20 (check ODWC for open counties); spring Apr 16 โ€“ May 16, 2027 (youth Apr 10โ€“11). **Bag Limit:**See ODWC turkey regulations for county bag limits. Turkey season is OPEN. Turkey license required. per [ODWC](https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/hunting/seasons) ยท verified 2026-10-22 Mourning Dove OPEN **Season Dates**Sept 1 โ€“ Oct 31 and Dec 1โ€“29, 2026. **Bag Limit:**See ODWC dove regulations. Dove season is OPEN. HIP required. per [ODWC](https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/hunting/seasons) ยท verified 2026-10-22 Season dates shown are for Statewide deer seasons private lands. WMA dates, license requirements, and antlerless regulations may differ. Always verify current regulations with ODWC before hunting. 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Solunar Index ## Oklahoma City Hunt Conditions Today Temperature 55ยฐF Optimal Wind Speed 3 mph Ideal โ€” Calm Barometric 1023 hPa High โ€” Active Moon Phase ๐ŸŒ” Fair PRIME Prime hunting conditions. Get in the stand early. Extended Outlook ## Oklahoma City Hunt Forecast โ€” 5 Days TODAY Sunny 80ยฐ / 60ยฐ 7 mph wind FAIR FRI Mostly Sunny 80ยฐ / 60ยฐ 9 mph wind FAIR SAT Mostly Sunny 80ยฐ / 61ยฐ 9 mph wind FAIR SUN Partly Sunny 79ยฐ / 60ยฐ 8 mph wind FAIR MON Partly Sunny 75ยฐ / 58ยฐ 8 mph wind GOOD Public Hunting Lands ## Oklahoma City Oklahoma Wildlife Management Areas 2 public hunting areas near Oklahoma City. Check the state wildlife agency maps and rules for each property before you go. Lake Thunderbird State Park STATE PARK (DESIGNATED AREAS) Cleveland County โ€ข Norman ยท southeast of Oklahoma City Whitetail Deer (archery) Waterfowl Archery deer and waterfowl hunting are allowed only in designated areas of the park. Park parking pass required; follow the park's hunting brochure. Field Tip Get the park hunting brochure for the designated areas. [Field Guide](https://wildlifedepartment.com/hunting/wma/southeast/thunderbird-state-park) Lake Stanley Draper and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge (waterfowl) CITY LAKES (PERMIT) Oklahoma County โ€ข Oklahoma City Waterfowl Oklahoma City allows waterfowl hunting at Lake Stanley Draper and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge from reserved blind sites. $5 daily city permit and blind reservation, plus state license and stamps. Field Tip Reserve your blind site early. [Field Guide](https://www.okc.gov/Community-Recreation/Recreation-Activities/Hunting) Did We Miss a Spot? Know a Oklahoma City-area hunting land, WMA, or public access parcel that should be on this list? Let us know. [Report a Hunting Spot](/submit-a-tip/?topic=report-a-hunting-spot) [Launch Special$1 a day for up to 90 days โ€” Best deal in Oklahoma City Reach all the Hunting traffic in Oklahoma City โ€” itโ€™s a deal! 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Your First Name * Bar / Restaurant Name * Go-To Drink Why This Spot? * (200 chars max) Photo of the Bar or Drink (optional, max 8MB) Submit Pick Coverage ## Oklahoma City Hunting News Presented by [ODWC Wildlife](https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/) Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation [Become a Sponsor](/section-sponsorship/?section=hunting) Local โ€” Oklahoma City and Central Oklahoma OklahomaOfficialOklahoma City huntingNo new Oklahoma City-area hunting stories this week. Check current Oklahoma hunting rules from the state wildlife agency, and watch this page for the next local report. 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TACTACAM Reveal X PRO Cellular Trail Camera, Verizon and AT&T, NO Glow, Integrated GPS Trackโ€ฆ. โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜† 4.6 / 5 $99.99 Best for: Recommended by the HERE Hunting desk [View on Amazon โ†’](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7SMC3K5?tag=hereoklahomacity-20) Outfitter, Guide Service, or Hunting Retailer? Get featured in the Essential Gear section and reach active hunters across the HERE City Network โ€” 100+ cities. [Learn About Gear Advertising](/section-sponsorship/?section=hunting&tier=gear) Statewide deer seasons Key Dates ## OK Hunting Season Calendar Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Jan 15, 2027 Archery Deer Statewide. Statewide Oct 16 โ€“ 18, 2026 Youth Deer Gun Statewide Oct 24 โ€“ Nov 1, 2026 Deer Muzzleloader Statewide Nov 21 โ€“ Dec 6, 2026 Deer Gun Statewide Dec 18 โ€“ 31, 2026 Holiday Antlerless Deer Gun Statewide Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Jan 15, 2027 Fall Turkey Archery Fall gun Oct 31 โ€“ Nov 20 in open counties. Statewide Apr 16 โ€“ May 16, 2027 Spring Turkey Youth Apr 10โ€“11. Statewide Sep 1 โ€“ Oct 31; Dec 1 โ€“ 29, 2026 Dove Statewide Nov 14 โ€“ Dec 6 and Dec 12, 2026 โ€“ Jan 31, 2027 Ducks, Mergansers and Coots (Zones 1 and 2) Youth/veteran/military Nov 7 and Feb 6. Statewide Sep 12 โ€“ 20, 2026 September Teal Statewide May 15, 2026 โ€“ Feb 28, 2027 Squirrel 25 per day combined fox and gray. Statewide Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Mar 15, 2027 Rabbit Cottontail 10 per day; no jackrabbit season east of I-35. Statewide Nov 14, 2026 โ€“ Feb 15, 2027 Quail Statewide Oct 1 โ€“ 18; Oct 24 โ€“ Nov 1, 2026 Bear (archery; muzzleloader) Bear seasons apply only in ODWC's bear zone; check ODWC. Statewide Dates reflect 2026 Oklahoma hunting regulations for Statewide deer seasons. Always verify with the current ODWC Hunting and Fishing Guide. Regulations are subject to change. Questions and Answers ## Oklahoma City Hunting FAQ Common questions about hunting in the Oklahoma City area, answered. - When does deer season open in Oklahoma City Oklahoma? Oklahoma 2026โ€“27 statewide deer: archery Oct 1, 2026 โ€“ Jan 15, 2027; youth gun Oct 16โ€“18; muzzleloader Oct 24 โ€“ Nov 1; gun Nov 21 โ€“ Dec 6; holiday antlerless gun Dec 18โ€“31. - Where can I hunt near Oklahoma City Oklahoma? Near Oklahoma City, options include Lake Thunderbird State Park (archery deer and waterfowl in designated areas) and permit waterfowl blinds at Lake Stanley Draper and Stinchcomb Wildlife Refuge. - Do I need a license to hunt in Oklahoma? Yes. Oklahoma requires a hunting license and any required deer, turkey or waterfowl licenses and stamps. Buy from ODWC online or at a vendor. - Can you hunt on Sundays in Oklahoma? Sunday hunting rules in Oklahoma vary by land type and local ordinance. Verify with ODWC and Oklahoma County before hunting on Sunday. - What is the deer bag limit in Statewide deer seasons? See ODWC deer regulations for bag limits. - Are there bear in the Oklahoma City area? 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