The 2025 dove hunting season began Sept. 6 statewide, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced.
Louisiana is divided into the North and South zones for dove season. The North Zone runs from Sept. 6-28, Oct.11-Nov. 16 and Dec. 20-Jan. 18, 2026. The South Zone runs from Sept. 6-21, Oct. 18-Nov. 30 and Dec. 13-Jan. 11, 2026.
Dove hunters 18 and older are required to have a basic hunting license and be Harvest Information Program certified. Youth 17 and under do not need a hunting license or HIP certifi cation to dove hunt.
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