Planning a ducks and geese hunt in California? Below are 17 businesses and programs that advertise ducks and geese hunting in the state: 8 waterfowl guides, 5 bird preserves, 3 membership clubs, 1 guided outfitter. Each listing shows where its information came from and links to the operator. Prices and openings change every season, so contact the operator before you plan around a date.

Ducks and geese hunting outfitters and preserves in California

Land for sale in California with ducks and geese

635 acres in Solano County, CA: hunting land for sale near Suisun City, CA
$100,000
Suisun City, CA · $157/acre
PheasantDucks and geese

“Approximately 475 acres are flooded wetlands, complemented by productive upland habitat that provides opportunities for pheasant hunting as well as…”

260 acres in Modoc County, CA: hunting land for sale near Alturas, CA
$2,175,000
Alturas, CA · $8,365/acre
Ducks and geese

“Here lays a legacy in the making, long established premiere, turnkey waterfowl hunting club in the heart of scenic Modoc County.”

1,113 acres in Shasta County, CA: hunting land for sale near Whitmore, CA
$4,999,999
Whitmore, CA · $4,492/acre
Black or brown bearElkWhitetail deerDucks and geeseTurkey

“Guests are comfortable as well with an off-grid 1,150 SF hunting cabin just a mile from the home.”

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California seasons and licenses

California Department of Fish and Wildlife

Ducks and geese hunting in other states

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Federal migratory bird rules

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Ducks and geese hunting in California: common questions

Where can I go ducks and geese hunting in California?

Where2Hunt lists 17 paid ducks and geese hunting options in California (8 waterfowl guides, 5 bird preserves, 3 membership clubs, 1 guided outfitter), near towns including Lincoln, Lone Pine, Butte City, Ione, Colusa, Corning. Public land and walk-in programs are run by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

When is ducks and geese season in California?

Season dates, units and bag limits are set every year by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Check the official regulations before you book; an outfitter's dates do not replace the state's.

Do I need a license to hunt ducks and geese on a preserve or with an outfitter in California?

Yes, in most cases you need a California hunting license and any required tags or stamps, even on private land or a preserve. Some preserves sell short-term licenses; ask the operator and check the state agency.

What federal requirements apply to ducks and geese hunting?

Migratory bird hunters need HIP registration, and waterfowl hunters 16 and older need a federal duck stamp, in addition to state licenses.