Kansas Waterfowl Hunting
Plan your Kansas waterfowl 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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Browse private-land waterfowl hunts across Kansas, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Kansas Waterfowl Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Season West Zone
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Season Central Zone
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Extended Falconry Early Zone Extended
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Extended Falconry Late Zone Extended
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Extended Falconry Southeast Zone Extended
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Kansas Waterfowl Licenses
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal E-Duck Stamp | — | — | $30.50 |
| Sandhill Crane Permit | — | — | $7.50 |
In addition to a hunting license (if required), a sandhill crane hunting permit is required to hunt sandhill cranes in Kansas. Sandhill crane permits obtained in other states are not valid in Kansas. Available wherever licenses are sold. | |||
| Sandhill Crane Permit | — | — | $7.50 |
Test required. | |||
| State Waterfowl Permit (KANSAS) | — | — | $10.00 |
Eligible for auto-renew but does not expire 365 days from date of purchase. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Kansas waterfowl dates vary by zone. The West Zone season runs approximately October 18 through December 14, 2025, and the Central Zone season runs approximately November 5, 2025, through January 1, 2026. Extended falconry seasons in the early, late, and southeast zones run approximately February 24 through March 10, 2026.
See the latest Field Notes from properties offering waterfowl hunts in Kansas.
