The 2016 South Carolina deer season will begin on Saturday September 10 for most areas of the state. Antlerless deer may be taken statewide during the entire 16-day season. In addition deer of either sex may be taken on all days in most counties south of I-20 and all days in York Chester Fairfield Lancaster and Cherokee counties. Up to three antlered deer may be taken statewide during the season but only one antlered deer may be taken per day.
Deer hunting hours will be one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. The use of dogs will be allowed for hunting deer during all open deer seasons except during the two deer dog training days.
The taking of deer by the use of baited areas is prohibited. A baited area is defined as any area where grain salt or other foodstuff has been placed exposed deposited distributed or scattered so as to constitute an attractant lure or bait or to serve as a food source for deer.
The use of artificial lights while in possession of a firearm bow or other implement used to take wildlife is prohibited except while lawfully engaged in taking wildlife during the hours of legal hunting.
The use of suppressors while hunting deer is permitted.
The 2016 deer season dates and bag limits are as follows:
September 10-25 2016: 16-day season unlimited antlerless deer one antlered deer per day
October 8-23 2016: 16-day season unlimited antlerless deer one antlered deer per day
November 5-20 2016: 16-day season unlimited antlerless deer one antlered deer per day
December 3-18 2016: 16-day season unlimited antlerless deer one antlered deer per day
When does deer season start in SC 2016?
September 3 2016
What is the opening day for deer season in SC 2016?
September 3 2016
When is the earliest date that deer season can start in SC 2016?
September 3 2016
When is the latest date that deer season can start in SC 2016?
October 1 2016
How many days after the start of deer season will it end in SC 2016?
75
What is the ending date for deer season in SC 2016?
December 15 2016
How many days is deer season in SC 2016?
75
How do I get a hunting license in SC 2016?
You can get a hunting license from the SC Department of Natural Resources website or from an authorized license vendor.
What do I need in order to get a hunting license in SC 2016?
You need a valid driver’s license or identification card and you must be a resident of SC or have proof of residency.
How much does a hunting license cost in SC 2016?
A hunting license for SC residents costs $10 and is valid for one year.
How old do I have to be to get a hunting license in SC 2016?
You must be at least 16 years old to get a hunting license in SC.
What is the bag limit for deer in SC 2016?
The bag limit for deer in SC is two antlered deer or four antlerless deer per license year.
What is the minimum age for deer hunting in SC 2016?
The minimum age for deer hunting in SC is 10 years old.
How many acres of land do I need to have in order to deer hunt in SC 2016?
You need at least 50 acres of land to deer hunt in SC.
Do I need a hunting license to deer hunt on my own land in SC 2016?
No you do not need a hunting license to deer hunt on your own land in SC.
