Rabbit Hunting in Mississippi
There are a number of public lands that are open to rabbit hunting in Mississippi, including Wildlife Management Areas (WMA), National Forests, National Wildlife Refuges, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands (see links below). The presence and abundance of rabbits on these areas vary depending on habitat quality and quantity. Cottontails can be found in upland and lowland areas while swamp rabbits are typically found around wetlands, rivers, creeks, and other lowland areas. Both species require an abundant mix of upright grass cover, broadleaf plants, and brushy thickets. Black Prairie, Charles Ray Nix, and Hell Creek WMAs are managed with some emphasis on small game by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Public lands in the Delta region that have young hardwood restoration plantings can provide good rabbit hunting. Trim Cane WMA (near Starkville) offers rabbit hunting through a special permit process. Permit applications are available August 1 to October 15. A limited number of permits are issued by a random drawing of applications. A Wildlife Management Area User Permit (may be purchased anywhere hunting licenses are sold) is required of anyone using a WMA, unless exempt from purchasing a hunting and fishing license. For other public lands, consult the administrative agency for information on regulations and permits that may be required.
For more information on rabbit hunting opportunities, contact Rick Hamrick by email at rick.hamrick@wfp.ms.gov or contact our Jackson Office at (601) 432-2199, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.
Click on the Links Below for License or Season Information
Click on the Links Below for Public Land Locations, Regulations, and More
- MDWFP - Wildlife Management Areas
- U.S. Forest Service - National Forests
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - National Wildlife Refuges
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Lakes and Tenn-Tom Waterway
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