The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks opens the application period for Kansas Special Hunts.
Special Hunts are limited-entry, application-only opportunities that allow hunters to access areas not normally open to unrestricted hunting such as state parks, wildlife areas, and wildlife refuges. Participation is limited, so these hunts offer a unique hunting experience at different locations across Kansas.
Applications are now open for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027. Interested hunters must apply by July 31st and the drawing will be held in August. Special Hunts provide access only. All licenses, permits, tags, stamps, and Hunter Education are still required. Resident-only hunts requires all hunters to be Kansas residents. Non resident deer hunters must have drawn a deer permit for the Deer Management Unit where the hunt is located in the April lottery to be eligible.
For more information or to apply, folllow this link.
