Resident deer tag or permit entry cost.
KS
Deer Hunting in Kansas: Tags, Seasons & Regulations (2026)
Deer hunting in Kansas starts with the current deer cost entries, season dates, bag limits, and CWD rules.
Resident Tag $42.50 Deer tag/permit
Non-Resident Tag $477.50 Non-resident deer tag
Primary Season Sep 6 – Sep 14 Youth/Disability
Draw Required? Resident direct-purchase or draw by permit; nonresident draw Check state wildlife agency for application deadlines
DEER QUICK ANSWER
Kansas Deer Tag Cost, Season & Rules: Quick Answer
Start here for Kansas deer tag cost, primary season timing, draw status, and CWD planning before using the full tables below.
Use this before adding the base license and trip permits.
Check state wildlife agency for application deadlines
Youth/Disability; also check Archery.
For Kansas deer hunting, use the listed resident and non-resident deer cost entries together with the note: Resident any-season, archery, and muzzleloader permits are $42.50; resident firearm either-species draw is $52.50; nonresident whitetail permits are draw-only. Because this page lists mixed access, confirm the exact tag type, zone, and application rule before planning travel. CWD has been detected in Kansas, so carcass movement and testing rules deserve an early check.
OVERVIEW
Deer Hunting in Kansas
Kansas deer access depends on residency, species, weapon, and permit type. Resident any-season whitetail, archery either-species, and muzzleloader either-species permits use a $42.50 general-resident price, while the resident firearm either-species permit is a $52.50 draw product. The main nonresident whitetail permit is a draw product and should be budgeted at the current nonresident permit price rather than a lower base-license number. Mule deer access is a separate stamp layer tied to a qualifying deer permit. Kansas has detected CWD across its surveillance zones, but the state relies on hunter sampling, current carcass guidance, and permit-specific harvest rules rather than a single statewide antler-point restriction. Hunters should confirm the current unit, weapon season, and permit application rules before buying.
Species present: White-tailed DeerMule Deer
SEASONS
Kansas Deer Season Dates (2026)
All archery, firearm, and muzzleloader season dates.
Multiple Seasons
Kansas offers 5 distinct deer seasons. Check specific zone dates with the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks — dates and bag limits may vary by management unit.
COSTS
Kansas Deer Tag Fees
Resident vs. non-resident tag and permit costs.
Resident
$42.50
Deer tag / permit
Non-Resident
$477.50
Access depends on hunt type or residency.
Resident any-season, archery, and muzzleloader permits are $42.50; resident firearm either-species draw is $52.50; nonresident whitetail permits are draw-only
PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP
Choose the right Kansas deer planning path
Jump into the state hub, shortlist pages, and deer-planning tools before you work through every remaining section.
Check the full Kansas license setup
Move back to the main state hub when you need the base license, non-resident options, or add-on permits outside deer tags.
Use deer-planning tools next
Shift from deer-tag detail into season timing, trip budgeting, and cross-state deer planning helpers.
Add a wider 2026 cost view
Check benchmark and non-resident premium reports before you commit to one deer state or trip budget.
REGULATIONS
CWD & Deer Hunting Regulations in Kansas
Chronic Wasting Disease status, antler restrictions, and weapon rules.
CWD Status
Detected
Detected in all surveillance zones statewide
CWD Testing / Transport
CWD detected
Zones: Detected in all surveillance zones statewide
Follow standard statewide carcass transport regulations.
Bag Limit
Daily: 1 · Season: 1 antlered + antlerless with additional tags
Kansas produces trophy-class whitetails
Allowed Weapons
Bow, rifle, muzzleloader
Access Planning
Access: Resident direct-purchase or draw by permit; nonresident draw
Deadline: Check state wildlife agency for application deadlines
Points system: Yes
Official Source
Always verify current regulations with the official source: Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks . Season dates, bag limits, and CWD regulations may change annually.
FAQ
Deer Hunting in Kansas — FAQ
Is CWD testing mandatory in Kansas?
No, testing is voluntary. KDWP offers limited free testing during the season, but hunters are strongly encouraged to test their harvest.
What are the antler restrictions?
Kansas does not have statewide antler point restrictions. An antlered deer is simply defined as having at least one visible, polished antler.
Are there carcass transportation bans in Kansas?
There is no statewide ban, but hunters are strongly advised to bone out their meat and leave the carcass at the harvest site rather than moving it across county lines.
What deer species can I hunt in Kansas?
Kansas is home to White-tailed Deer and Mule Deer. Allowed weapons include bow, rifle, muzzleloader.
Can non-residents hunt deer in Kansas?
Yes, non-residents can hunt deer in Kansas. The main nonresident whitetail deer permit is handled through the draw and should be budgeted at $477.50 for the permit path shown in the state table, before any base license, mule-deer stamp, or other add-on that applies to the hunt.