Madison County, Arkansas
Unit info
- Game species
- White-tailed Deer, Wild Turkey, Waterfowl
- Group
- Ozarks & River Valley
- Area
- N/A
- Public land
- N/A
White-tailed Deer — season & harvest
- Reported harvest
- 2,590
Draw odds for White-tailed Deeraren't on file for this unit yet. Check your state wildlife agency website for current draw statistics.
Season & harvest data is published for White-tailed Deer so far. Wild Turkey, Waterfowl also occur here — that data can be added as the community contributes.
About this unit
AI-compiled · sourcedMadison County sits in the rugged Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas, where Ozark National Forest covers nearly half the landscape with dense hardwood timber and steep river hollows. White-tailed deer thrive along the Kings River and War Eagle Creek drainages, and wild turkey populations rank among the strongest in the state. The abundance of public land combined with challenging terrain makes this a premier destination for hunters who prefer boots over ATVs.
Rugged Ozark Plateau Boston Mountains with steep ridges, hardwood-forested hollows, and clear-water streams including Kings River and War Eagle Creek. Elevations range from 600 to over 2,300 feet. Deeply dissected drainages dominate the southern portions of the county.
Moderate. National Forest access draws hunters from the Fort Smith and Fayetteville corridors, but rugged terrain filters pressure quickly beyond road ends. Mid-week hunting is lightly pressured even during firearms season.
Arkansas OTC Resident and Non-Resident license with Wildlife Management Deer Permit. Statewide 2-buck limit applies; antler restriction zones require one antlered buck to have 3 or more points on one antler in applicable zones. Separate archery, muzzleloader, and modern gun seasons.
Wild turkey hunting is excellent with spring gobbler success rates among the highest in northwest Arkansas. The Kings River and its tributaries hold quality smallmouth bass. No significant waterfowl opportunity and bear activity is incidental.
Kings River corridor offers classic Ozark float-and-hunt access for both deer and turkey on public land. The Boston Mountains elevation change creates distinct oak mast microhabitats that concentrate deer during the November rut.
Questions, tips & discussion
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Boundaries: AGFC county-based deer management units. Community info last updated 16d ago.