California Hunting Resources
Updated: August 9, 2026
Source: California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Check today's deer movement in California
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In Season Now
- Deer (Archery) — ArcheryBooking Safari Toursthru Sep 13
- Bear — Generalthru Dec 27
- Elk — Draw-onlythru Jan 31
- Pronghorn — Generalthru Aug 30
Opening Soon
- Dove — Generalopens Sep 1
- Deer (General) — Generalopens Sep 19
Ending Soon
- Pronghorn — Generalends Aug 30
Deer (Archery)
Deer (General)
Bear
Elk
Pronghorn
Turkey (Spring)
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Dove
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