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Coyote Hunting Laws by State (Updated Guide + Official Resources)

Coyote Hunting Laws by State (2026)

If you hunt coyotes, your #1 job is staying legal. Rules change, local restrictions exist, and what’s allowed in one state can be illegal across the border.

Last checked: 2026-04-30. This hub is navigation and plain-English guidance, not legal advice.

Important: Regulations change. Before you hunt, confirm the current rules with your state’s wildlife agency (linked on every state page below).

Find your state

Click the map (available states are highlighted), or use the search box.

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WA
OR
CA
MT
ND
MN
WI
MI
PA

ID
NV
AZ
WY
SD
NE
IN
IL
OH

UT
CO
NM
KS
OK
MO
KY
WV
VA

TX
LA
MS
AL
GA
FL

More states are being added. This hub is the jump-off point for the full 40–50 state cluster.

How to use these pages (and stay legal)

What you’ll find on every state page

A clear “rules change” reminder
Official wildlife agency links (source of truth)
A checklist table (fast scan for gotchas)
Links to nearby states

What to double-check before you hunt

Night hunting and artificial light rules
Electronic caller rules
Thermal / night vision rules (if you use them)
Weapon restrictions by season/area
Public land rules (WMAs can add restrictions)