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Unit 1
Located in the northwest region of the state bordering Nebraska and Colorado, Unit 1 is known for its excellent mule deer hunting. The area is diverse, with a mix of rough draws, hilly rangeland, dry rolling farms, irrigated farms, and brushy creeks with tree-lined banks.
View Unit 1 detailsUnit 2
Located in the high plains region and bordering Colorado and Interstate 70 to the north, Unit 2 offers excellent hunting opportunities for mule deer. The landscape is a blend of prairies, dry farms, creek bottoms, and farmland - great habitat for a muley!
View Unit 2 detailsUnit 5
This unit stretches along both sides of the Arkansas River from Ness to Great Bend and almost to Hutchinson. Mule deer are less common in this region with small populations scattered throughout.
View Unit 5 detailsUnit 17
Unit 17 encompasses Hamilton, Kearny, and Finney counties, as well as parts of 14 other counties. Located on the high plains, this unit borders Colorado and is mostly made up of wide-open grasslands, dry farms, and irrigated crop fields. The area supports lower numbers of mule deer, who make their home primarily on private lands.
View Unit 17 detailsUnit 18
This arid prairie unit in the southwestern corner of the state is home to whitetail and mule deer. The land in this region is generally flat to slightly rolling, though there are some hilly areas that are not suitable for farming. There are also a few cliffs that overlook the Cimarron River, which is the main drainage for the area.
View Unit 18 detailsKansas Mule Deer Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
17 Or Younger
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Youth and disabled hunters; 17 or younger
Muzzleloader
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Archery
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Regular Firearm
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Kansas Mule Deer Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery Either-Species | — | — | $42.50 |
| Firearm Either-Species | — | — | $52.50 |
June application. | |||
| Hunt-Own-Land Any-Season Either-Species | — | — | $22.50 |
| Landowner/Tenant Archery Either-Species | — | Landowner; Tenant | $22.50 |
| Landowner/Tenant Firearm Either-Species | — | Landowner; Tenant | $32.50 |
June application. | |||
| Landowner/Tenant Muzzleloader Either-Species | — | Landowner; Tenant | $22.50 |
| Muzzleloader Either-Species | — | — | $42.50 |
| Special Hunt-Own-Land Any-Season Either-Species | — | — | $42.50 |
| Youth Archery Either-Species | — | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $12.50 |
| Youth Firearm Either-Species | — | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $22.50 |
June application. | |||
| Youth Muzzleloader Either-Species | — | Ages 0–15; Youth hunters; 15 and younger | $12.50 |
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt-Own-Land Either-Species | — | — | $87.50 |
| Mule Deer Stamp | — | — | $150.00 |
April application. | |||
| Nonresident Tenant Either-Species Firearm | — | Tenant | $97.50 |
June application. | |||
| Nonresident Tenant Hunt-Own-Land Either-Species | — | Tenant | $87.50 |
