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Deer Hunting in Kentucky
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Whitetail Hunting Kentucky
16 packages
Whitetail Hunting Kentucky
Vanceburg, Kentucky
Guided Kentucky whitetail hunts on managed ground
- $1,950+
3 Day Late Muzzleloader
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec3 days - $1,950+
Early Muzzleloader
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $2,150+
3 Day Archery/Crossbow Hunt
GuidedWhitetail DeerSep – Jan3 days - $2,150+
Youth Hunt
GuidedWhitetail DeerOct2 days
Tad Ladd West Kentucky Whitetails
9 packages
Tad Ladd West Kentucky Whitetails
Princeton, Kentucky
100% Fair Chase Kentucky Whitetail Deer Hunting
- $2,000+
October Early Muzzleloader
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $3,000+
November Rifle III
GuidedRifleWhitetail DeerNov3 days - $4,250+
October Archery Hunt' (Oct 21-25)
GuidedBowWhitetail DeerOct5 days - $4,375+
Early Season Bow
GuidedBowWhitetail DeerSep5 days
Buck Creek Trophy Whitetails
10 packages
Buck Creek Trophy Whitetails
East Bernstadt, Kentucky
Kentucky's Premier Hunting Preserve for Trophy Whitetails, Elk, and Turkey
- $4,500+
Muzzleloader
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec4 days - $4,500+
Rifle Hunt 1
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail DeerNov4 days - $4,500+
Rifle Hunt 2
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail DeerNov4 days - $4,500+
Velvet Archery Opening Week
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail DeerSep4 days
Twisted Tines Ranch
9 packages
Twisted Tines Ranch
Berry, Kentucky
Kentucky’s Premier Whitetail Hunting Lodge
- $4,500+
Management Buck - (Undesirable or abnormal antlers)
GuidedWhitetail Deer3 days - $6,900+
Genesis Hunt 140-169"
GuidedWhitetail Deer3 days - $8,900+
Dream Hunt 170-199"
GuidedWhitetail Deer3 days - $9,900+
Legendary Hunt 200-229"
GuidedWhitetail Deer3 days
- $600+
Youth Deer Hunt
Semi-guidedWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $1,500+
BOW HUNT
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail Deer4 days - $1,500+
Disabled Veteran Hunt
Semi-guidedWhitetail Deer4 days - $1,800+
Bow Hunts In Between Prime Velvet and Rut Hunts
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail Deer
Brushy Creek Outfitters
9 packages
Brushy Creek Outfitters
Magnolia, Kentucky
Kentucky's Best Whitetail Deer, Turkey & Waterfowl Hunting Outfitter
- $1,750+
Kentucky Deer Crossbow Hunt - 2 Days, 3 Nights
Semi-guidedCrossbowWhitetail Deer3 days - $2,000+
Kentucky Deer Bow Hunt - 2 Days, 3 Nights
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail Deer3 days - $2,250+
Youth Weekend Kentucky Deer Rifle Hunt - 2 Days, 3 Nights
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail Deer3 days - $2,750+
Kentucky Deer Bow Hunt - 4 Days, 5 Nights
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail Deer5 days
Whiskey River Whitetails
10 packages
Whiskey River Whitetails
Willisburg, Kentucky
Big Bucks in Bourbon Country
- $1,500+
MEAT HUNT (Does Only) 2026
GuidedWhitetail DeerNov3 days - $1,700+
YOUTH RIFLE 2026
GuidedRifleWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $3,000+
2 Day Early Muzzleloader 2026
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $3,000+
LATE MUZZLELOADER (Evenings Only) 2026
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec4 days
Kentucky Trophy Deer LLC.
8 packages
Kentucky Trophy Deer LLC.
Olaton, Kentucky
The Ultimate Whitetail Hunting Experience
- $5,800+
Up to 159"
GuidedWhitetail DeerAug – Dec3 days - $6,800+
160"-169"
GuidedWhitetail DeerAug – Dec3 days - $7,800+
170"-179"
GuidedWhitetail DeerAug – Dec3 days - $8,800+
180"-189"
GuidedWhitetail DeerAug – Dec3 days
Premier Outfitters
11 packages
Premier Outfitters
Cadiz, Kentucky
Kentucky’s Premier Destination for Trophy Whitetail Deer and Spring Turkey Hunting
- $2,700+
All-Inclusive 2-Day Kentucky Muzzleloader Hunt for Trophy Whitetail Deer
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $2,800+
December Muzzleloader Whitetail Hunts
GuidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec3 days - $3,200+
All-Inclusive 4-Day Combo Hunt: Muzzleloader + Archery
GuidedWhitetail DeerOct4 days - $3,700+
Early Season Archery Whitetail Hunts (Sept 14-17, 2026)
GuidedBowWhitetail DeerSep4 days
Whitetail Crossing
10 packages
Whitetail Crossing
Springfield, Kentucky
Premier whitetail and turkey hunts in Central Kentucky
- $1,500+
Kentucky Whitetail DOEMAGGEDON Rifle Hunt (Nov 27-29)
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail DeerNov3 days - $2,000+
Kentucky Whitetail Youth Only Firearms Hunt (Oct 10 - 11)
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $3,000+
Kentucky Whitetail Early Muzzleloader Hunt (Oct 17 - 18)
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $3,000+
Kentucky Whitetail Late Muzzleloader Hunt (Dec 17-20)
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec4 days
Whitetail Heaven Outfitters
10 packages
Whitetail Heaven Outfitters
Nicholasville, Kentucky
The world's biggest Trophy Whitetail Deer and Turkey Outfitter.
- $2,500+
Kentucky Bow Hunt 2 Day 3 Night
Semi-guidedBowWhitetail Deer2 days - $3,000+
Kentucky Muzzleloader Hunt 2 Day 3 Night
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail Deer2 days - $3,000+
Kentucky Rifle Hunt 2 Day 3 Night
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail Deer2 days - $3,000+
Kentucky Rifle Youth Hunt 2 Day 3 Night
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail Deer2 days
Buck Country Outfitters
8 packages
Buck Country Outfitters
Caneyville, Kentucky
Premier semi-guided whitetail and self-guided turkey hunts in Kentucky.
- $1,450+
YOUTH RIFLE HUNT
Semi-guidedRifleWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $1,750+
EARLY MUZZLELOADER
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerOct2 days - $2,750+
EARLY MUZZLELOADER/ARCHERY COMBO
Semi-guidedWhitetail DeerOct4 days - $2,750+
LATE MUZZLELOADER
Semi-guidedMuzzleloaderWhitetail DeerDec5 days
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⚠️Regulation data is sourced from official state agency records and may not reflect recent changes. Always confirm current rules with your state wildlife agency before hunting. · Last verified June 2026
Deer Hunting Regulations — Kentucky
📅 Hunting Seasons
| Season | Weapon | Dates | Bag limit | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer - Archery | Archery | Sep 5 – Jan 18 | — | GeneralAll hunters |
| Deer - Crossbow | Crossbow | Sep 19 – Jan 18 | — | GeneralAll hunters |
| Deer - Youth-Only | Any | Oct 10 – Oct 18 | — | YouthAll hunters |
| Deer - Muzzle-loader | Muzzleloader | Oct 17 – Oct 18 | — | GeneralAll hunters |
| Deer - Rifle | Any | Nov 14 – Nov 29 | — | GeneralAll hunters |
| Deer - Muzzle-loader | Muzzleloader | Dec 12 – Dec 20 | — | GeneralAll hunters |
🪪 Licenses & Tags
| License / Tag | Required | Cost | Draw? | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Hunting License | Yes | $169.12 | — | Non-resident |
| Elk Quota Bull Permit | Yes | $581.35 | ✓ Draw | Non-resident |
| Elk Quota Cow Permit | Yes | $422.80 | ✓ Draw | Non-resident |
| Statewide Deer Permit | Yes | $248.40 | — | Non-resident |
| Youth Annual Hunting License | Yes | $10.57 | — | Non-resident |
| Youth Deer Permit | Yes | $15.86 | — | Non-resident |
| Youth Elk Quota Permit | Yes | $211.40 | ✓ Draw | Non-resident |
| Annual Hunting License | Yes | $28.54 | — | Resident |
| Elk Quota Bull Permit | Yes | $105.70 | ✓ Draw | Resident |
| Elk Quota Cow Permit | Yes | $63.42 | ✓ Draw | Resident |
| Senior/Disabled Sportsman's License | Yes | $12.68 | — | Resident |
| Statewide Deer Permit | Yes | $37.00 | — | Resident |
| Youth Annual Hunting License | Yes | $6.34 | — | Resident |
| Youth Deer Permit | Yes | $10.57 | — | Resident |
| Youth Elk Quota Permit | Yes | $31.71 | ✓ Draw | Resident |
🎯 Weapon & Equipment Rules
- Archery — Longbows, recurves and compound bows of any draw weight. Fixed blade or mechanical broadheads at least 7/8” wide (when blades extended). Arrows and broadheads may not be chemically-treated.
- Archery — Fixed blade or mechanical broadheads at least 7/8” wide (when blades extended). Broadheads may not be chemically treated.
- Crossbow — Crossbows must have a working safety. Fixed blade or mechanical broadheads at least 7/8” wide (when blades extended). Broadheads may not be chemically treated.
- Crossbow — Crossbows of any draw weight with a working safety. Fixed blade or mechanical broadheads at least 7/8” wide (when blades extended). Arrows (bolts) and broadheads may not be chemically-treated.
- Handgun — Any caliber centerfire handgun. Magazines may not be capable of holding more than 10 rounds.
- Handgun — Centerfire cartridges with a case length of 1.285 inches or larger, firing bullets of .270 caliber or larger designed to expand upon impact.
- Muzzleloader — Muzzle-loading rifle of .50 caliber or larger.
- Muzzleloader — Muzzle-loading rifles or handguns of any caliber, with flint or percussion ignition (including in-lines), shooting round balls, conical bullets or saboted bullets. Muzzle-loading shotguns no larger than 10-gauge are also permitted.
- Rifle — Air guns of .35 caliber or larger charged by an external tank, shooting single projectile ammunition designed to expand upon impact.
- Rifle — Modern rifle of .270 caliber or larger with a magazine capable of holding no more than 10 rounds.
- Rifle — Any caliber centerfire rifle. Magazines may not be capable of holding more than 10 rounds.
- Shotgun — 10-gauge or smaller, shooting slug ammunition only (includes saboted bullets).
- Shotgun — Muzzle-loading or breech-loading shotgun no smaller than 20-gauge, firing a single projectile only.
Did you know?
Big Game Harvest Reporting: All harvested deer, elk, and bear must be reported via the Telecheck system.