KY Quail Hunting

Kentucky Quail Season Dates 2026

Quail season in Kentucky runs Nov 10 – Feb 10 across 14 Zones.

14 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Shotgun

ZoneTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
1GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
2GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
3GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
4GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
5GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
6GeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Carr Creek Lake WMAGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Carr Creek TractsGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Daniel Boone National ForestGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Elk Horn Coal Hunting Access AreaGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Lake Barkley WMAGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Land Between The Lakes National Recreation AreaGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Rolling Fork WMAGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———
Wells Hunting Access AreaGeneralNov 10 — Feb 10———

Quail in Kentucky: FAQ

When is quail season in Kentucky?

Quail season in Kentucky currently runs Nov 10 to Feb 10, across 14 season rows and 14 Zones, split by weapon (Shotgun).

Where is the best place to hunt quail in Kentucky?

The best Zones for quail in Kentucky 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 Quail hunt in Kentucky

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

Also see Kentucky seasons, public land, and license.

Quail in Kentucky: parcels + public land