NE 2026 Pheasant Hunting Season Dates and Information

 

Small game seasons

For additional information and other regulations, find the Small Game and Waterfowl Guide here.

• Upland birds
• Webless migratory birds
• Other small game

• Pheasant, quail and partridge: Oct. 31, 2026-Jan. 31, 2027
• Prairie grouse: Sept. 1, 2026-Jan. 31, 2027
  • *special permit required east of U.S. 81
• Youth pheasant, quail and partridge: Oct. 24-25, 2026

LEARN ABOUT UPLAND HUNTING  

Make sure to check with the official state DNR / Game / Hunting authorities to confirm that no changes to the seasons have taken place.