Arkansas Whitetail Hunting
Plan your Arkansas whitetail hunt with season dates, license options, and hunting opportunities organized by unit. Browse available private-land hunts and book access directly from landowners.
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Find Hunts by Unit
Browse private-land whitetail hunts across Arkansas, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Arkansas Whitetail Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Christmas Holiday Hunt
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Statewide deer hunting opportunity during Christmas holiday
Arkansas Whitetail Licenses
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonresident 1-Day Deer Hunting License | OTC | — | $100.00 |
Valid for specified one-day period. Includes 1 deer tag. | |||
| Nonresident 3-Day Deer Hunting License | OTC | — | $175.00 |
Valid for specified 3-day period. Includes 1 deer tag. | |||
| Nonresident 5-Day Deer Hunting License | OTC | — | $225.00 |
Valid for specified 5-day period. Includes 2 deer tags. | |||
| Nonresident Hunting Dog Owner's Permit | OTC | — | $20.00 |
Required to hunt, chase or retrieve deer with dogs or train dogs for such purposes. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Whitetail season in Arkansas includes a statewide Christmas Holiday Hunt opportunity running approximately from December 26, 2025 through December 28, 2025.
See the latest Field Notes from properties offering whitetail hunts in Arkansas.
