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An additional deer permit is not included with a Sportsman’s License. Kentucky’s license year begins March 1 and continues through the last day of February. New licenses are required annually, except for the 3-year fishing license. A 1-day or 7-day hunting license is valid only for the period shown on license. All Kentucky hunting and fishing licenses and permits can be purchased through the secured Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Online License Sales site. Replacement licenses can be printed online for free. Licenses or permits purchased online must be paid for with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card, or a Kentucky Fish and Wildlife gift certificate. Sportsman's License: $65 annual $25 for one-day & $3 for additional days. Resident hunters age 16–64 may purchase a Sportsman's License. A Sportsman's License provides all state paid hunting and fishing privileges (some free licenses may be required (see below), with the exception of the paid Alligator Harvest Permit.

A listing of check out times can be found by clicking HERE.

Due to Covid-19, the Hunt Control Office is closed for in-person business until further notice. If you need assistance, contact us via email at usarmy.knox.imcom-atlantic.mbx.dpw-hunt-control@mail.mil.

ALL NEWUSERS MUST EMAIL THE HUNT CONTROL EMAIL ATusarmy.knox.imcom-atlantic.mbx.dpw-hunt-control@mail.milAND REQUEST ID VALIDATION AFTER CREATING AN ACCOUNT. PERMITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL ACCOUNT IS VALIDATED. ALL EXISTING ACCOUNT HOLDERS CAN REVIEW, UPDATE, AND REQUEST VALIDATION BY EMAIL, IF CHANGES ARE NEEDED. ALSO, IF GUN HUNTING PERMITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE IN YOUR ACCOUNT YOU EITHER HAVE NOT PROVIDED YOUR FT KNOX WEAPONS PERMIT TO THE HUNT CONTROL OR IT HAS EXPIRED. PLEASE SEE FIREARMS REGISTRATION BELOW FOR REQUIREMENT.

Fort Knox scouting, fishing, and hunting activities are open within the following guidelines:

Persons cannot visit Fort Knox to scout, fish, or hunt if:

*They have returned from traveling outside the continental United States (AK and HI are outside continental US) or a commercial cruise line within past two weeks

*Within the past two weeks have been in close contact with a known positive case of COVID-19

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*Currently exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath

Everyone is advised to observe social distancing guidelines.

FIREARMS REGISTRATION:PROOF OF FIREARMS REGISTRATION FOR HUNTERS 18 AND OVER RESULTING IN A WEAPON PERMIT, WITH VALID TO AND FROM DATES, MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE HUNT CONTROL OFFICE AND ACCOUNT VALIDATED PRIOR TO PURCHASE OF A PERMIT UTILIZING A FIREARM.This can be accomplished by one of the following:

1. Take a photo of your Weapon Permit showing valid to and from dates and name (top section of the blue-gray page). DO NOT SEND THE PERSONAL INFORMATION SECTION. FOLD IT OVER OR COVER IT UP. Send this in an email with the persons isportsman USERNAME in the title to usarmy.knox.imcom-atlantic.mbx.dpw-hunt-control@mail.mil

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2. Scan Weapon Permit and email to the above email address and include the persons iSportsman USERNAME in the title. DO NOT SEND THE PERSONAL INFORMATION SECTION. FOLD IT OVER OR COVER IT UP.

Once your account is updated with the required firearms validation you will then be able to purchase firearms hunting permits through the valid date on the firearms registration. iSportsman will notify you through your account 21 days prior to expiration of the registration so you will have time to renew without causing issues with access for hunting. Fishermen and archery hunters do not need a firearms validation.

Game harvest must be reported in iSportsman when checking out of your Hunting Area. ALSO, you must use the KDFWR's Telecheck System to check-in your Fort Knox deer, turkey and bobcat. Select either Hardin, Meade, or Bullitt County (not a problem if not sure, just select Hardin), then public land, then Fort Knox Military Reservation.

Click HERE to access the official Fort Knox Fish and Wildlife Facebook Page!

ATTENTION: DO NOT SEND FIREARMS REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS

(FK Form 2759) TO THE HUNT CONTROL OFFICE EMAIL!

Click here forFirearms Registration Information,and correct application procedures. Only valid Weapon Permits received from the Provost Marshals Office, Fort Knox, KY at the Chaffee Gate Visitor Center (with valid dates) should be sent to us for account validation. DO NOT SEND THE PERSONAL INFORMATION SECTION. FOLD IT OVER OR COVER IT UP.Include your iSportsman USERNAME in the title of the email.

OFFICE HOURS:

Closed for in-person and telephone business until further notice. Please contact us via the email above for assistance.

Please email us at the above email if you need assistance.

For Firearms Registration Information,Gate Access Information, and Visitor's Center

call 502-624-7011 or 7019

Click here to purchase Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources Hunting and Fishing Licenses, Permits, Merchandise, and Elk Lottery Permits.

NOTICE:

Fort Campbell’s HPCON is BRAVO.

Current Areas Available for Hunting, Fishing, and Outdoor Recreation:

Check-in time for all current activities is 21:00 (9:00PM) the evening prior.

NOTE: This schedule is tentative and areas are subject to closure at any time.

Deer Hunting:

WEEK FOURTEEN ALL ROTATED AREAS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:
ROTATED AREAS B, UPON AVAILABILITY, WILL BE ACTIVE DUTY ONLY.
ROTATED AREAS C, UPON AVAILABILITY, WILL BE DOD/DAV ONLY.
ROTATED AREAS A, UPON AVAILABILITY, WILL BE CIVILIAN ONLY.
ALL AREAS DENOTED '(ARCHERY)' ARE ARCHERY ONLY AREAS.​

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED

FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED

SATURDAY 12/26/2020:
ARCHERY ONLY: 07 – 42A
SG, ML, AND ARCHERY: 09A – 10 – 19 – 21 – 24 – 25 – 28 – 31 – 34 – 44A – 49 – 52
HANDICAPPED HUNTING AREAS: 12HC – 14HC (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS B (ACTIVE DUTY): 00B (ARCHERY) – 08B (ARCHERY) – 43A
ROTATED AREAS C (DOD/DAV): 00C (ARCHERY) – 15 (ARCHERY) – 43B (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS A (CIVILIAN): 00A (ARCHERY) – 08A
DOE ONLY AREAS: 01 (ARCHERY)– 02 – 03 – 06 (ARCHERY) – 09B – 16 – 18 (ARCHERY) – 22 – 23 – 32 – 46 – 47 – 51
CANTONMENT AREA ARCHERY ONLY (ACTIVE DUTY ONLY): A4 – A11 – A14 – A15 – A16 – C1 – C2 – C3 – C4 – C5 – C6 – C7

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SUNDAY 12/27/2020:
ARCHERY ONLY: 07 – 42A
SG, ML, AND ARCHERY: 09A – 10 – 19 – 21 – 24 – 25 – 28 – 31 – 34 – 44A – 49 – 52
HANDICAPPED HUNTING AREAS: 12HC – 14HC (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS B (ACTIVE DUTY): 00B (ARCHERY) – 08B (ARCHERY) – 43A
ROTATED AREAS C (DOD/DAV): 00C (ARCHERY) – 15 (ARCHERY) – 43B (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS A (CIVILIAN): 00A (ARCHERY) – 08A
DOE ONLY AREAS: 01 (ARCHERY) – 02 – 03 – 06 (ARCHERY) – 09B – 16 – 18 (ARCHERY) – 22 – 23 – 32 – 46 – 47 – 51
CANTONMENT AREA ARCHERY ONLY (ACTIVE DUTY ONLY): A4 – A11 – A14 – A15 – A16 – C1 – C2 – C3 – C4 – C5 – C6 – C7

MONDAY 12/28/2020:
ARCHERY ONLY: 07
SG, ML, AND ARCHERY: 09A – 10 – 21 – 24
HANDICAPPED HUNTING AREAS: 12HC
ROTATED AREAS B (ACTIVE DUTY): 00B (ARCHERY) – 08B (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS C (DOD/DAV): 00C (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS A (CIVILIAN): 00A (ARCHERY)
DOE ONLY AREAS: 05 – 06 – 09B – 11 – 14A – 23 – 32 – 33

TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED

THURSDAY 12/31/2020:
ARCHERY ONLY: 07
SG, ML, AND ARCHERY: 09A – 10 – 21 – 24
HANDICAPPED HUNTING AREAS: 12HC
ROTATED AREAS B (ACTIVE DUTY): 00B (ARCHERY) – 08B (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS C (DOD/DAV): 00C (ARCHERY)
ROTATED AREAS A (CIVILIAN): 00A (ARCHERY)
DOE ONLY AREAS: 01 – 04 – 05 – 06 – 09B – 11 – 14A – 23 – 32

Fishing:

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: CANTONMENT – CLARKSVILLE BASE – JOE SWING QUARRY
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: CANTONMENT – CLARKSVILLE BASE – JOE SWING QUARRY
MONDAY 12/28/2020: CANTONMENT AREA – CLARKSVILLE BASE
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CANTONMENT AREA – CLARKSVILLE BASE
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CANTONMENT AREA – CLARKSVILLE BASE
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: CANTONMENT AREA – CLARKSVILLE BASE​

Game Scouting:

Dog trainers wishing to pursue raccoons can check in to game scouting areas.
For detailed instructions on the check-in and check-out system, please click here.
NOTE: Hunting season is currently closed and weapons/harvest is prohibited in game scouting areas.

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: NO AREAS AVAILABLE
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: NO AREAS AVAILABLE
MONDAY 12/28/2020: NO AREAS AVAILABLE
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: NO AREAS AVAILABLE

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Environmental Recreation:

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: JOE SWING QUARRY – LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: JOE SWING QUARRY – LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE
MONDAY 12/28/2020: LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: LITTLE WEST FORK CREEK – ROV COURSE

Quail Hunting:

Quail hunting Opportunities.
Drawing for Week 6 (Dec. 26-28) of Quail Season will be Thursday, 12/24/2020, at 1:00 PM​

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: 05 – 11 – 13 – 14A – 17 – 35 – 40 – 41 – 48
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: 05 – 11 – 13 – 14A – 17 – 35 – 40 – 41 – 48
MONDAY 12/28/2020: NO AREAS AVAILABLE
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: CLOSED

Raccoon Hunting:

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: 10 – 19 – 21 – 24 – 31
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: 06 – 08A – 09A – 21 – 24
MONDAY 12/28/2020: 09A – 10 – 21 – 24
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: 04 – 05 – 10​​

Small Game Hunting:
Click here to see Season Dates and Bag Limits

TA21 Dove Field and TA23 Dove Field: check into small game hunting for selected area.

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: 04 – 27 – 44B – 50 – AB03
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: 04 – 27 – 44B – 50 – AB03
MONDAY 12/28/2020: 01 – 04 – 20 – AB03
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: 20 – AB03

Waterfowl Hunting:

Hunting

THURSDAY 12/24/2020: CLOSED
FRIDAY 12/25/2020: CLOSED
SATURDAY 12/26/2020: 20 – 30 – 33
SUNDAY 12/27/2020: 20 – 30 – 33
MONDAY 12/28/2020: 19
TUESDAY 12/29/2020: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY 12/30/2020: CLOSED
THURSDAY 12/31/2020: 19 – 33

ALL OTHER AREAS ARE CLOSED AND OFF LIMITS TO ALL ACTIVITIES
Entry into or remaining in a training area is prohibited 90 minutes post-sunset without contacting U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Law Enforcement Officers. At minimum, leave a message if they are out of reach at moment of the call.
USFWS Officers:
Jeremy Curtis - (931) 472-8730
Corey Jackson - (931) 264-1069

READ ALL REGULATIONS PRIOR TO PARTICIPATING IN ANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.

CHECK-IN INFORMATION:

Log-in to Fort Campbell's iSportsman Portal and select check-in/check-out to select an activity and area.

For detailed instructions on the check-in and check-out system, please click here.

Check-in times for hunting, scouting, fishing, and general recreation are on a 24 hour schedule.

You must check-out of occupied area before viewing or attempting to check-in to another area.

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At allocated check-in times obtaining a hunting area is not guaranteed due to capacity limits. Allowed occupancy in each area is pre-defined and once capacity is met the area will no longer allow additional check-ins until an individual successfully checks out.

Hours of Operation:
0730-1600

Our offices are temporarily closed.
All customer support is currently being provided online.
See additional information below.

As a protective measure to slow the spread of COVID-19, military installations may need to restrict access or close certain facilities or services.

Persons cannot come on post if:

  • They have returned from traveling outside the continental US (AK and HI are outside continental US) or a commercial Cruise line within past two weeks.
  • Within the past two weeks have been in close contact with a known positive case of COVID-19.
  • Currently exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath.

If conditions change, additional restrictions may be implemented.

Ky Sportsman Hunting License Requirements

Starting immediately, the validation process will be done on-line only.

Validations will be processed Monday - Friday between 0730-1600 hours. Submissions made over the weekend will be processed the next business day.

Please follow steps below for validation:

  • If you do not already have an iSportsman account, please create one by following this link
  • Weapons’ registration is required for all firearms on Fort Campbell and will be processed via email. Please fill out FC Form 2635, and send it to the following email address:
  • Full name as it appears on iSportsman Account
  • Proof of a state issued hunter education certificate. Must be a scanned copy or photo proof of actual certificate.
  • A valid state hunting/fishing license. Must be a scanned copy or photo proof of actual license.
  • A completed background check for Non-affiliated civilians.
  • DO NOT send any form of state or federal issued identification. This includes, but not limited to, state issued drivers license, Military ID, and/or Common Access Cards.

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Fort Campbell Fish & Wildlife Office:
Directorate of Public Works
Environmental Division, Conservation Branch
Fish and Wildlife Program

Building 6645, 101st Airborne Division Road
Fort Campbell, Kentucky 42223

Contact Information:
Fish and Wildlife Manager: (270) 798-9824
Report Violators: (931) 472-8730
Report UXO Dial: (270) 798-3001
For Emergencies Dial: 911