Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Alabama one of the better deer hunting states in the South?
Alabama has a very long season, high bag limits, and varied terrain from the southern pine forests and the rich Black Belt land in the middle of the state, up to the mountain hardwoods in the northeast. The Tombigbee River bottoms in the west and the Alabama River corridor produce some of the biggest deer in the state. Properties that mix pine cover for hiding, hardwood creeks for acorns, and food plots hold deer year-round. Hunters have also gotten much better at letting younger bucks walk over the last 15 years, which has resulted in bigger, older deer.
How much does hunting land cost per acre in Alabama?
Based on recent market sales, hunting land in Alabama usually goes for $1,500 to $4,000 per acre depending on the timber, habitat, and road access. Properties in the Black Belt with food plots and a proven history of big deer sell at the top of that range. Recently logged pine land is cheaper, often selling for $1,200 to $1,800 per acre. River bottom land with hardwoods and water features always costs more. Buyers usually factor in the fact that they can lease the land out for $10 to $20 an acre when figuring out what they can afford to pay.
Does Alabama have any restrictions on non-resident deer hunting?
Alabama does not use a lottery draw system for out-of-state hunters like Iowa or Colorado do. Non-residents can just buy a license and tags over the counter. However, there are strict rules on what you can shoot. According to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, hunters are allowed three antlered bucks per season, but one of those three must have at least 4 points on one side. This antler restriction applies to everyone even private landowners hunting on their own land.
