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Hunting in Louisiana
Louisiana offers some of the finest hunting opportunities in the country, with diverse habitats that support abundant wildlife and unforgettable outdoor experiences. Hunting plays a vital role in wildlife management by helping maintain healthy animal populations and balanced ecosystems. Use this page to learn how responsible hunting supports conservation efforts and preserves Louisiana’s natural resources for future generations.
Seasons and Regulations Brochure, Interactive Flipbook, and Quick Reference Guide
Find everything you need to know about hunting seasons, regulations, WMA-specific rules as well as a quick reference guide for season dates in your area.
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Hunting Seasons and Regulations
Hunting Licenses and Permits Hunting License Requirements, Fees, and Purchase Information
Find helpful information about license requirements, including specialty licenses. Hunting licenses are valid from the date of purchase and expire one year (365 days) from the date of purchase.
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Hunting Licenses, Permits, and Tags
Lottery Hunts Learn about the lottery hunts offered by LDWF
LDWF’s wildlife management areas offer lottery hunts for youth hunters and the general public to hunt alligator, bear, deer, dove, turkey, and waterfowl. There are also lottery hunts and fishing/boating permits at White Lake Wetlands Conservation Area.
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Lottery Hunts
Hunter Education Hunter Education Requirements, Courses, and FAQs
Before hunting make sure you are in compliance with all of Louisiana's hutner education requirements. Visit this page to find all the information you need on hunter education age requirements, military exemptions, course offerings, and many frequently asked questions.
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Hunter Education Information
Hunting Information by Species
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Chronic Wasting Disease Alert
LDWF has imposed feeding and deer carcass export restrictions in portions of north east and north central Louisiana in response to the detection of Chronic Wasting Disease.
Chronic Wasting Disease Information
New to Hunting? We want to help the next generation of hunters learn to hunt.
This page helps new hunters learn the skills, ethics, and responsibility needed to preserve the tradition of hunting for future generations.
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Resources for New Hunters
Department News
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Jun 08, 2026 REMINDER: LDWF to Conduct 2026 Commercial Alligator Lottery Harvests on WMAs, Public Lakes and USACE Property
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Jun 08, 2026 Special Black-Bellied Whistling Duck Season Set for Louisiana Oct. 3-11, LDWF Announces
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Jun 04, 2026 LWFC Approves Declaration of Emergency Establishing CWD Management Zones