MI Duck Hunting

Michigan Duck Season 2026 by DMU

Duck season in Michigan runs Sep 19 – Mar 9 across 4 DMUs.

10 Seasons2 Weapon Types

Firearm

DMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone middleFirearmOct 3Nov 29
Zone middleFirearmDec 12Dec 13
Zone northFirearmSep 26Nov 22
Zone northFirearmNov 28Nov 29
Zone southFirearmOct 17Dec 13
Zone southFirearmDec 26Dec 27
StatewideFirearmSep 19Sep 20
StatewideFirearmSep 19Sep 20

Falconry

DMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideFalconryDec 28Jan 10
StatewideFalconryFeb 20Mar 9

Duck in Michigan: FAQ

When is duck season in Michigan?

Duck season in Michigan currently runs Sep 19 to Mar 9, across 10 season rows and 4 DMUs, split by weapon (Firearm, Falconry).

Where is the best place to hunt duck in Michigan?

The best DMUs for duck in Michigan depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per DMU above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Duck hunt in Michigan

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

Also see Michigan seasons, public land, and license.

Duck seasons in Michigan — offline