Minnesota Waterfowl Hunting
Plan your Minnesota 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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Find Hunts by Unit
Browse private-land waterfowl hunts across Minnesota, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
Minnesota Waterfowl Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Wilson's Snipe Season
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Sandhill Crane Season
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Sandhill crane zone only. Shooting hours: 1/2 hour before sunrise to sunset.
Minnesota Waterfowl Licenses
Resident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Waterfowl Stamp Validation | OTC | Ages 18–64 | $7.50 |
Age 18 to 64 state waterfowl validation. Federal migratory bird hunting validation also needed. Code 226. Cost does not include issuing fee. | |||
Nonresident Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Light Goose Conservation Permit (Nonresident) | — | — | $2.50 |
Code 521. $2.50 Spring Light Goose Conservation Permit for nonresident. Special Goose category. | |||
Other Licenses
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhill Crane Permit | Draw | — | $3.00 |
Code 250. | |||
| Spring Light Goose Conservation Permit | OTC | — | $2.50 |
Code 521. Spring Light Goose Conservation Order permit. | |||
