Arizona 2026/27 Season Dates
The State of Arizona boasts one of the longest quail hunting seasons in the United States. Although Gambel's and Scaled Quail opens in October, most serious bird dog hunters don't start to hunt until late November when rattlesnakes head underground for the winter. Even then, it's no guarantee. Snake gaiters are recommended all season but especially in October and November.
Gambel's & scaled quail October 16th 2026 until February 7th 2027
Daily limit 15 quail in aggregate of which no more than 8 Mearns'
Mearns' quail December 4th 2026 until February 7th 2027
Daily limit 15 quail in aggregate of which no more than 8 Mearns'
The State of Arizona is Home to 4 Species of Quail 3 of which have huntable populations. Each year Arizona plays host to thousands wingshooters from across the US and from around the world. Resident and Non-Resident Hunters alike provide significant economic impact to small towns throughout the State. All seek the opportunity to get out of the cold and go quail hunting on millions of acres of public lands. Biologist Kirby Bristow put together a very helpful guide to help make you next hunting trip a success. Click Here.
Desert Quail Hunting
Mearns' Quail Hunting
Arizona quail hunting outfitters
Over the years the guides listed below have helped S.A.Q.F. via guided hunt donations for our annual banquet. All are excellent guides and are great people that are committed to showing clients an incredible guided Arizona quail hunting experience. Please do not hesitate to reach out to any of our listed licensed Arizona quail hunting guides (in no particular order)
Double Aero Guides
Classic Bird Hunts
Dave Brown Outfitters
Arizona Quail Guides
