In Nebraska, whitetail deer thrive in abundance, boasting robust herd health and impressive trophy potential. Hopeful hunters have a variety of tag options at their disposal, ranging from draw permits to over-the-counter permits, catering to diverse preferences and hunting strategies.
While private lands dominate much of Nebraska's landscape, diligent research can reveal ample opportunities for hunting on public lands. Despite the prevalence of private ownership, a significant portion of public lands can be found for those willing to invest the necessary time and effort in research.
Whitetail deer are particularly concentrated in the eastern half of the state, where favorable habitat conditions contribute to higher population densities. However, exceptional hunting opportunities can be found statewide, with Nebraska offering a rich and diverse hunting experience for hunters of all levels.
License Costs
Statewide Archery/Muzzleloader Deer - Resident |
$37 |
Statewide Archery/Muzzleloader Deer - Nonresident |
$335 |
Statewide Whitetail Buck - Resident |
$88 |
Statewide Whitetail Buck - Nonresident |
$750 |
Restricted Statewide Buck - Resident |
$128 |
Restricted Statewide Buck - Nonresident |
$795 |
Statewide Buck - Resident |
$173 |
Statewide Buck - Nonresident |
$995 |
November Firearm Deer - Resident |
$37 |
November Firearm Deer - Nonresident |
$335 |
Antlerless Only Season Choice Deer - Resident |
$37 |
Antlerless Only Season Choice Deer - Nonresident |
$95 |
Mule Deer Conservation Area - Resident |
$44 |
Mule Deer Conservation Area - Nonresident |
$342 |
Youth Deer - Resident and Nonresident |
$8 |
Statewide Archery/Muzzleloader Deer - Resident | $37 |
Statewide Archery/Muzzleloader Deer - Nonresident | $335 |
Statewide Whitetail Buck - Resident | $88 |
Statewide Whitetail Buck - Nonresident | $750 |
Restricted Statewide Buck - Resident | $128 |
Restricted Statewide Buck - Nonresident | $795 |
Statewide Buck - Resident | $173 |
Statewide Buck - Nonresident | $995 |
November Firearm Deer - Resident | $37 |
November Firearm Deer - Nonresident | $335 |
Antlerless Only Season Choice Deer - Resident | $37 |
Antlerless Only Season Choice Deer - Nonresident | $95 |
Mule Deer Conservation Area - Resident | $44 |
Mule Deer Conservation Area - Nonresident | $342 |
Youth Deer - Resident and Nonresident | $8 |
News, notes, and alerts
Deer permits are drawn using a true preference point system
The maximum buddy application size is 6
Group points default to the lowest point value present in the buddy group
Highlights
Whitetail Deer are found in the highest density in the eastern half of the state but populations are good statewide
Both over-the-counter and draw permits are available
Archery and muzzleloader tags are draw only for nonresidents
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