Plan an antelope hunt in Kansas Unit 18. Review season dates, license options, then browse available private-land hunts and book directly from landowners.
Last updated by Aricin Rotarius


This unit is located in the southwestern corner of the state and is another Kansas unit with a high density of private lands, which hold a good amount of antelope. The land in this area is generally flat to slightly rolling, with most of it drained by the Cimarron River and its tributaries.
September 29, 2025 – October 6, 2025
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Either-sex | Archery, Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw |
| Eligibility: General Valid in unit specified on permit during muzzleloader and regular firearm seasons using legal muzzleloader or archery equipment. |
October 3, 2025 – October 6, 2025
| Opportunity | Method | Availability | License or Permit | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Either-sex | Archery, Muzzleloader | Resident: Draw |
| Eligibility: General Valid in unit specified on permit during firearm season using legal firearm, muzzleloader or archery equipment. |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firearm Antelope Permit | Resident | Tenant | DrawApplication deadline June 12, 2026 | —Application fee $12.50Nonrefundable |
| License | Residency | Eligibility | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzleloader Antelope Permit | Resident | Tenant | DrawApplication deadline June 12, 2026 | —Application fee $12.50Nonrefundable |
Antelope season in Kansas Unit 18 runs from September 29 through October 6, 2025. The muzzleloader season runs September 29–October 6 and allows legal muzzleloader or archery equipment. The firearm season runs October 3–6 and allows legal firearm, muzzleloader, or archery equipment.
Resident hunters need the Antelope Permit that matches their hunt in Kansas Unit 18: a Muzzleloader Antelope Permit or Firearm Antelope Permit. The permits are awarded through a draw, and applications are due June 12, 2026.
Applications for Kansas Unit 18 Antelope Permits are due June 12, 2026. These resident permits are awarded through a draw.
Yes. Kansas Unit 18 antelope permits for residents are awarded through a draw. Applications are due June 12, 2026.