Illinois Hunting License
Welcome to the Illinois hunting license page. We have all the information you need to hunt in Illinois. If you want to get right to it, the Apply Now link is in the button below.
General Information
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources says: "Hunting is an important wildlife management tool that maintains the health and abundance of game species and the balance of our natural resources." Click the button below to find out more.
Where to Hunt
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has designed many public hunting areas in the state. There are specific permits required to hunt most of these designated public hunting areas.
Seasons and Limits
Hunting seasons vary by game type in Illinois. Follow the link in the button below to see the seasons broken out by month.