Plan your Nebraska antelope 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 antelope hunts across Nebraska, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
This unit is located in the north-central region of the state and boasts a healthy population of antelope alongside diverse terrain. While some agricultural activity is present in the northwestern corner, much of the area consists of undeveloped lands reminiscent of sand hills. The landscape primarily features rolling hills adorned with prairie grasses and shrubs. Numerous small lakes and ponds are scattered throughout, creating marshy environments nearby.
View Unit Cherry detailsThe North Sioux unit includes parts of Dawes, Sioux, and Sheridan counties. Nonresident opportunity is restricted to statewide archery permits, landowner permits, and late doe/fawn.
View Unit North Sioux detailsThis unit is located on the western edge of the state, adjacent to the Wyoming border. The landscape features classic prairie terrain with rolling grass hills, coulees, and ample opportunities for spotting game. A significant portion of the area consists of developed agricultural land, primarily in the southern and eastern sections, while the western half remains largely undeveloped. Numerous creek beds and drainages traverse the landscape, creating terrain breaks that are ideal for spot-and-stalk hunting. This unit has also yielded record-book entries from Box Butte, Morrill, and Sioux counties.
View Unit Box Butte West detailsThis extensive unit is situated in the north-central region of the state and represents the easternmost area available for antelope hunting. While there are healthy populations of antelope present, their density diminishes as you move eastward. The northern and southern borders feature some agricultural activities, but much of the unit consists of undeveloped lands that evoke the characteristics of sand hills country.
View Unit Eastern Sandhills detailsThese dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
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| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Archery | — | — | $42.00 |
| Antelope Late Doe/Fawn | — | — | $42.00 |
| Antelope Archery | — | — | $42.00 |
| Antelope Firearm Permit | Draw | — | $49.00Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee applies to draw permits. Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Late Doe/Fawn | — | — | $42.00 |
| Antelope Firearm Permit | — | Landowner | $29.50Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Youth Archery | — | Youth hunters | $8.50 |
| Antelope Youth Archery Permit | — | Youth hunters | $8.50Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Resident Antelope Preference Point | — | — | $22.00Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Youth Archery | — | Youth hunters | $8.50 |
| LO Antelope Archery | — | Landowner | $22.50 |
| LO Antelope Doe Fawn | — | Landowner | $22.50 |
| Resident Preference Point | Draw | — | $22.00 |
Purchase Point instead of entering draw | |||
| License | Availability | Eligibility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Late Doe/Fawn | — | — | $260.00 |
| Antelope Late Doe/Fawn | — | — | $260.00 |
| Antelope Permit | — | — | $267.00Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Permit | — | Landowner | $138.50Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Youth Archery | — | Youth hunters | $8.50 |
| Antelope Youth Archery Permit | — | Youth hunters | $8.50Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Nonresident Antelope Preference Point | — | — | $57.00Includes $7.00 application fee |
Application fee is nonrefundable. | |||
| Antelope Youth Archery | — | Youth hunters | $8.50 |
| LO Antelope Archery | — | Landowner | $131.50 |
| LO Antelope Doe Fawn | — | Landowner | $131.50 |
| Nonresident Preference Point | Draw | — | $57.00 |
Purchase Point instead of entering draw | |||
Nebraska's approximate 2026 antelope season calendar runs from August 20, 2026, through January 31, 2027. Archery is approximately August 20 through December 31, muzzleloader is September 19 through October 4, and firearm phases run October 10 through October 25 and November 1 through January 31. Check the regulations for the specific permit and unit before hunting.
Yes. A nonresident antelope path is available through Nebraska's draw-issued Landowner Permit.