Alaska Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowAlaska's deer season opens 2026-08-01 and closes 2026-10-31. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Last verified September 25, 2026Alaska wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Unit 8 Kodiak Road System
Bucks
- Opens
- August 1, 2026
- Closes
- October 31, 2026
- Bag limit
- Other deer Oct 1-Dec 31; dates vary by unit
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt. Dates may vary by unit, hunt number, permit, or local closure.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
- Important warning
- This listing includes dates that vary by unit, draw, permit, or regulation. The official source controls.
Frequently asked questions
Alaska's deer season opens 2026-08-01 and closes 2026-10-31. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.