MI Bobcat Hunting

Bobcat in Michigan

Bobcat hunting season data across 14 GMUs in Michigan. Includes harvest success and public land percentages.

14 Seasons2 Weapon Types

Trapping

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone Unit_ATrappingNov 1Nov 14
Zone Unit_ATrappingDec 1Jan 18
Zone Unit_BTrappingNov 1Nov 14
Zone Unit_BTrappingDec 1Jan 18
Zone Unit_CTrappingDec 10Dec 29
Zone Unit_DTrappingDec 10Dec 29
Zone Unit_GTrappingDec 10Dec 29
Zone Unit_HTrappingDec 10Dec 20

Firearm

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone Unit_AFirearmJan 1Mar 1
Zone Unit_BFirearmJan 1Mar 1
Zone Unit_CFirearmJan 1Mar 1
Zone Unit_DFirearmJan 1Feb 1
Zone Unit_GFirearmJan 1Jan 20
Zone Unit_HFirearmJan 1Jan 11

Bobcat in Michigan: FAQ

When is bobcat season in Michigan?

Michigan has 14 bobcat seasons across 6 zones, split by weapon (Trapping, Firearm). Exact opening and closing dates are listed in the tables above.

Where is the best place to hunt bobcat in Michigan?

The best zones for bobcat in Michigan 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 Bobcat hunt in Michigan

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

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