Get your Kentucky hunting and fishing license
Buy your license online and head outdoors today. Whether you're hunting or fishing, your license gives you access to the experiences you love.
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A Kentucky hunting or fishing license is your access to the traditions of the outdoors. It allows you to do what you love in the woods or on the water, while supporting the management of wildlife and the habitats they depend on.
Take legal game species statewide by gun or bow. Additional permits required.
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Catch sport and rough fish statewide using a rod, reel, and pole, line, or other specified legal methods.
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Includes both your hunting and fishing license for the season. Additional permits for both hunting and fishing required.
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For Kentucky residents who've never held a hunting, fishing, or combination license. Get the full Sportsman's License privileges at a discounted rate.
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One of the best deals we offer for Kentucky residents is the Sportsman's License. It includes all the necessary state licenses and permits for deer and turkey hunting (PLUS other types of hunting and fishing) at a substantial discount. A Youth Sportsman's License is also offered for Kentucky residents and is a tremendous value for any youth ages 12–15.
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Ages 12-15
Youth Hunting License
Ages 16-64
Annual Hunting License or Annual Fishing License
Ages 65+
Senior Sportsman's License
Additional permits are required to hunt or fish for certain species, including deer, turkey, elk, bear, and trout. Please ensure any required permits are purchased along with your license. Disability License and Senior Lifetime Sportsman's License available.
Kentucky offers world-class hunting and fishing opportunities year-round. From spring turkey and fall deer, to fishing across the state's lakes and rivers. Explore Kentucky's outdoors today.
It all starts with getting your license today.
March 1 through the last day of February.
New licenses are required every year.
No license or permit required for ages 11 and under.
No license or permit required for ages 15 and under.
Hunters born on or after January 1, 1975 and are age 12 or older must carry a Hunter Education card while hunting.
Fishing permits are available for 1, 3, or 7 days. Small game permits are available for 1 or 7 days.
Buy your license online and be ready for your next trip into the woods or out on the water.
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