CA Pronghorn Hunting

California Pronghorn Season Dates 2026

Pronghorn season in California runs Sep 5 – Aug 30 across 11 Zones.

33 Seasons2 Weapon Types

General

ZoneTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone 1GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 2GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 3GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 3GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 3GeneralSep 5Sep 13
Zone 4GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 4GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 4GeneralSep 5Sep 13
Zone 5GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 5GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 6GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Zone 6GeneralAug 22Aug 30
Big ValleyGeneralAug 22Aug 30
Big ValleyGeneralAug 22Aug 30
Clear LakeGeneralAug 22Aug 30
LassenGeneralAug 22Aug 30
LassenGeneralAug 22Aug 30
LassenGeneralSep 5Sep 13
Likely TablesGeneralAug 22Aug 30
Likely TablesGeneralAug 22Aug 30
Likely TablesGeneralSep 5Sep 13
Surprise ValleyGeneralAug 22Aug 30
Surprise ValleyGeneralAug 22Aug 30

Archery

ZoneTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone 2ArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Zone 3ArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Zone 4ArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Zone 5ArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Zone 6ArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Big ValleyArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Clear LakeArcheryAug 8Aug 16
LassenArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Likely TablesArcheryAug 8Aug 16
Surprise ValleyArcheryAug 8Aug 16

Pronghorn in California: FAQ

When is pronghorn season in California?

Pronghorn season in California currently runs Sep 5 to Aug 30, across 33 season rows and 11 Zones, split by weapon (General, Archery).

Where is the best place to hunt pronghorn in California?

The best Zones for pronghorn in California depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per Zone above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Pronghorn hunt in California

View Zone boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see California seasons, public land, and license.

Pronghorn seasons in California — offline