Hunting on Road Rights-of-Way

Road rights-of-way are open for the hunting of small game and waterfowl. However, the interstate highway system is not open to hunting. Note that Mourning Dove, Youth Pheasant and Resident-Only Pheasant seasons have special road hunting restrictions.

Review the following regulations related to road hunting:

• For small game to be lawfully taken from road rights-of-way, the hunter must be within the rights-of-way boundaries when shooting. In addition, the small game must originate from or be flying over the road rights-of-way.
• It is illegal to shoot big game from a road rights-of-way.

Laws and rules that govern trespassing and the use of motor vehicles can be difficult to understand. Here are a few simple ways hunters can make sure they comply with these laws and rules:

• Hunt only on foot during established seasons.
• Ask permission to enter private land.
• Do not drive on state and federal lands.