Ruffed Grouse season in Michigan runs Sep 15 – Jan 1 across 3 DMUs.
| DMU | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | Firearm | Sep 15 — Nov 14 | — | — | — |
| Zone 1 | Firearm | Dec 1 — Jan 1 | — | — | — |
| Zone 2 | Firearm | Sep 15 — Nov 14 | — | — | — |
| Zone 2 | Firearm | Dec 1 — Jan 1 | — | — | — |
| Zone 3 | Firearm | Sep 15 — Nov 14 | — | — | — |
| Zone 3 | Firearm | Dec 1 — Jan 1 | — | — | — |
Ruffed Grouse season in Michigan currently runs Sep 15 to Jan 1, across 6 season rows and 3 DMUs, split by weapon (Firearm).
The best DMUs for ruffed grouse 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.
View DMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
Also see Michigan seasons, public land, and license.