The Missouri deer season typically runs from late November through mid-January. However the exact dates vary depending on the area you plan to hunt. The following is a general outline of the deer season in Missouri:
-Late November: The season opens in the Ozark Highlands most of the agricultural areas and many of the urban areas.
-Early to mid-December: The season opens in most of the rest of the state.
-Mid-January: The season ends statewide.
Archery season opens earlier than the firearms season and typically runs from mid-September through mid-January. Again the exact dates will depend on the area you plan to hunt.
There are also antlerless deer seasons in many areas of the state. These seasons are typically shorter than the regular deer seasons and are intended to help control the deer population. The antlerless deer seasons usually run from early December through mid-January.
If you plan to hunt during the Missouri deer season be sure to check the hunting regulations for the specific area you plan to hunt. The regulations will include information on the dates of the season the types of weapons that are allowed and any other special restrictions that may be in place.
When does deer season begin in Missouri?
November 15
When does deer season end in Missouri?
January 15
How many points are required to harvest a buck in Missouri?
Four
How many points are required to harvest a doe in Missouri?
None
How many deer of either sex may a hunter harvest in Missouri during the entire deer season?
Six
How many deer of either sex may a hunter harvest in Missouri during any one day of the deer season?
Three
How many antlered deer may a hunter harvest in Missouri during the entire deer season?
Two
How many does may a hunter harvest in Missouri during the entire deer season?
Four
How many deer of either sex may a hunter harvest in Missouri during the early portion of the deer season?
Three
How many deer of either sex may a hunter harvest in Missouri during the late portion of the deer season?
Three
Can a hunter use a rifle to harvest a deer in Missouri?
Yes as long as the caliber is .
24 or larger
Can a hunter use a muzzleloader to harvest a deer in Missouri?
Yes
Can a hunter use a shotgun to harvest a deer in Missouri?
Yes as long as the barrel is at least 18 inches long and the shotgun is incapable of holding more than three shells in the magazine and chamber combined
Can a hunter use arrows to harvest a deer in Missouri?
Yes
Can a hunter use crossbows to harvest a deer in Missouri?
Yes
