Quail season in Washington runs Aug 1 – Sep 14 across 3 GMUs.
| GMU | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone Western Washington | Firearm | Sep 20 — Nov 30 | — | — | — |
| Zone Eastern Washington | Firearm | Sep 13 — Sep 14 | — | — | — |
| Zone Eastern Washington | Firearm | Oct 4 — Jan 19 | — | — | — |
| Zone Western Washington | Firearm | Sep 20 — Nov 30 | — | — | — |
| GMU | Type | Dates | Harvest | Pressure | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone Western Washington | Falconry | Aug 1 — Mar 15 | — | — | — |
| Statewide | Falconry | Aug 1 — Mar 15 | — | — | — |
Quail season in Washington currently runs Aug 1 to Sep 14, across 6 season rows and 3 GMUs, split by weapon (Falconry, Firearm).
The best GMUs for quail 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.
View GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.
Also see Washington seasons, public land, and license.