WA Bobcat Hunting

Washington Bobcat Season Dates 2026

Bobcat season in Washington runs Sep 1 – May 31 across 1 GMU.

4 Seasons2 Weapon Types

Firearm

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideFirearmSep 1 — Mar 15———
StatewideFirearmApr 1 — Apr 7———
StatewideFirearmApr 15 — May 31———

Trapping

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideTrappingNov 1 — Mar 15———

Bobcat in Washington: FAQ

When is bobcat season in Washington?

Bobcat season in Washington currently runs Sep 1 to May 31, across 4 season rows, split by weapon (Firearm, Trapping).

Where is the best place to hunt bobcat in Washington?

The best GMUs for bobcat in Washington depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per GMU above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Bobcat hunt in Washington

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

Also see Washington seasons, public land, and license.

Bobcat in Washington: parcels + public land