Dove season begins on September 1, 2025 one-half hour before sunrise to sunset. See the season dates for the North Zone and South Zone.
The opening day of dove season is one of the most anticipated and popular hunting days of the year for many Mississippians. Dove season brings some of the first hunting opportunities of the fall as the long and hot Mississippi summer comes to a close. In the southeast, dove hunting has a long tradition of being a social event and a time for fellowship with friends and family outdoors.
Mississippi has several WMA Dove Fields available to hunt. Each WMA has its own rules and regulations; be sure to review them before hunting!
We wish everyone a safe and successful 2025 Dove Season!
Wildlife and Hunting