Nebraska Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Opens in 6 daysNebraska's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-05 and closes 2027-02-09. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Last verified September 25, 2026Nebraska wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 31 days
Platte River & Niobrara Units
Regular
- Opens
- October 28, 2026
- Closes
- February 9, 2027
- Bag limit
- North Central Unit Oct 3 - Jan 15
- Opens in 6 days
Zone 2
Regular
- Opens
- October 3, 2026
- Closes
- December 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- High Plains portion adds Jan 6-27
- Opens in 27 days
Zone 1
Regular - split 1
- Opens
- October 24, 2026
- Closes
- December 6, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 27 days
Zone 3
Regular
- Opens
- October 24, 2026
- Closes
- January 5, 2027
- Bag limit
- High Plains portion adds Jan 6-27
- Opens in 83 days
Zone 1
Regular - split 2
- Opens
- December 19, 2026
- Closes
- January 17, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Closed
Low & High Plains
Early teal
- Opens
- September 5, 2026
- Closes
- September 13, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt. Dates may vary by unit, hunt number, permit, or local closure.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
- Important warning
- This listing includes dates that vary by unit, draw, permit, or regulation. The official source controls.
Frequently asked questions
Nebraska's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-05 and closes 2027-02-09. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Nearby states
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.