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when does dove season start in texas

Dove season in Texas usually starts on September 1 in most of the state, with the exact date depending on your hunting zone.

Quick Scoop

For the recent 2024–2025 regulations (the latest detailed dates publicly posted), the opening dates were:

  • North Zone : Regular dove season opened September 1, 2024.
  • Central Zone : Regular dove season also opened September 1, 2024.
  • South Zone : Regular dove season opened September 14, 2024.

Special white‑winged dove days in the South Zone also began on September 1, 2024 , on limited dates early in the month.

How it usually works

  • Texas is divided into North, Central, and South Zones , and each has its own opener and split season.
  • In recent years, the North and Central Zones almost always open September 1 , while the South Zone opens around mid‑September.
  • Seasons then close in late October or November and reopen for a winter split (December–January).

What to do for this year

Because season dates can shift slightly each year, always:

  1. Check the latest Texas Parks & Wildlife season dates and zone maps for the exact opener in your area.
  1. Confirm bag limits, shooting hours, and license/stamp requirements (Texas hunting license, migratory game bird endorsement, and HIP certification).

In practice, if you’re planning ahead, you can count on Texas dove season to kick off right around September 1 , then fine‑tune your plans once the new year’s official dates are posted.

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