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    Pennsylvania Game Commission

    Hunting in Pennsylvania

    Pennyslvania has some of the best hunting in the country, with a variety of species and opportunities available. Keep reading for more information about the species you can hunt, as well as the rules, requirements and essentials for each hunt.

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    Pennsylvania Hunting Opportunities

    Pennsylvania has some of the best hunting opportunities in the country, with a variety of species and public land available. Explore the resources below for more information about the species you can hunt, as well as the regulations, requirements and more.

    Pennsylvania Hunt Regulations

    See hunting seasons, species information, and regulations for hunting in Pennsylvania.

    Seasons and Bag Limits
    Rules & Regulations

    License, Permits and Applications

    Information on what licenses and permits you may need.

    Explore Licenses and Permits
    Licensing FAQs

    Where to Hunt

    Find state game land maps, wildlife management units, and data specific to Pennsylvania that will help you be more successful on your next hunting trip.

    SGL Maps
    Find Other Hunting Opportunities

    Get Started Hunting

    Learn the necessary steps to hunt safely and ethically.

    Get Started Hunting
    Learn to Hunt Program

    Report your Harvest

    Reporting your hunt information is important. Every time a hunter or trapper reports a harvest to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, wildlife management in the Commonwealth gets better.

    Report a Harvest

    Hunter Education

    Find a Hunter Education Course near you

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    Report a Wildlife Violation

    24/7 Hotline:

    1-833-742-4868​

    Operation Game Thief

    Mobile App

    Stay connected by downloading the official PGC Mobile App

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