Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge Waterfowl and Upland Game Hunting Information 2025-2026 Hunt Season
At Lower Klamath NWR, public waterfowl and pheasant hunting will be offered
A Refuge Recreation Pass is required for all hunting on Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge.
Waterfowl:
- Hunting for ducks and geese at Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge will begin one half hour before sunrise and end at 1:00 p.m. each day.
- All hunt areas on Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no daily drawing. Hunters may drive into fields to set up, but must exit fields before shooting time. Hunters are advised to scout ahead of hunting and plan accordingly.
There is no hunting allowed on Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge during the early Canada goose season. Hunting for White/White-fronted geese on Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuges ends on the last day of day of the Canada goose season
California: For more details on the waterfowl season, please visit the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Special Hunt Dates: (Ducks and Geese)
Youth Waterfowl Hunt - September 20 & 21 Veteran and Active Military – January 17 & 18
Oregon:
- The Oregon Straits (Area K) will be open for waterfowl and pheasant hunting.
Waterfowl hunting will end at 1:00 PM daily.
Special Hunt Dates: (Ducks and Geese)
Youth Waterfowl Hunt - September 27 & 28 Veteran and Active Military – January 31
For more details on the waterfowl season, please visit the the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
Pheasant:
- Pheasant hunting will be permitted within the established hunt area from 8:00 a.m. to sunset daily.
- For more details on the pheasant season, please visit the state specific Department of Fish and Wildlife websites
Additional Information:
General regulations for more information.