WA Pheasant Hunting

Pheasant in Washington

Pheasant hunting season data across 8 GMUs in Washington. Includes harvest success and public land percentages.

8 Seasons2 Weapon Types

Firearm

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
Zone Eastern WashingtonFirearmSep 13Sep 14
Zone Eastern WashingtonFirearmSep 15Sep 19
Zone Eastern WashingtonFirearmOct 18Jan 19
Zone Western WashingtonFirearmSep 13Sep 14
Zone Western WashingtonFirearmSep 15Sep 19
Zone Western WashingtonFirearmSep 20Nov 30
Zone Western WashingtonFirearmDec 1Dec 15

Falconry

GMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
StatewideFalconryAug 1Mar 15

Pheasant in Washington: FAQ

When is pheasant season in Washington?

Washington has 8 pheasant seasons across 3 zones, split by weapon (Firearm, Falconry). Exact opening and closing dates are listed in the tables above.

Where is the best place to hunt pheasant in Washington?

The best zones for pheasant in Washington 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 Pheasant hunt in Washington

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

Hunting in Canada? Explore Crown Land Maps, Hunting Seasons, Licence Guide, and Regulations for Canadian provinces.