2026–27 South Carolina guide
South Carolina Duck Season 2026–27
South Carolina’s regular duck season has two statewide segments in 2026–27. Species limits, public-waterfowl-area rules, access, and current conditions all need a separate check before hunting.
Source checked September 14, 2026. Official rules and current property notices control.
Season snapshot
November 21–28, 2026 and December 12, 2026–January 31, 2027.
- Daily limit
- Six ducks per day, including species-specific sublimits in the current official regulation.
- Shooting hours
- One-half hour before sunrise until sunset.
Calendar
Season dates
| Season window | Dates | Land | Date check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ducks — first segment | Nov 21, 2026 – Nov 28, 2026 | statewide | upcoming |
| Ducks — second segment | Dec 12, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027 | statewide | upcoming |
Date status is a calendar comparison only. It does not establish access, legal method, licensing, property status, or hunter eligibility.
Before leaving
Checks that can change the answer
- The six-duck daily limit includes species-specific sublimits. Confirm identification and the current table before hunting.
- A designated waterfowl management area can have special shooting hours, bag limits, hunt days, methods, or access procedures.
- Confirm licenses, HIP certification, federal and state waterfowl-stamp requirements, access, and current property notices before hunting.
Common questions
Quick answers
When is duck season in South Carolina in 2026?
The regular 2026–27 duck season has two statewide segments: November 21–28, 2026 and December 12, 2026–January 31, 2027. Check the official regulation and the exact property before hunting.
What are duck shooting hours in South Carolina?
For the regular 2026–27 duck season, SCDNR lists shooting hours as one-half hour before sunrise until sunset.
Official source
Verify before hunting
This guide summarizes the current published calendar. Open the official regulation for the controlling details and check the exact property separately.