Where can I hunt wild hogs in Alabama?

Central Alabama’s Lowndes WMA has the highest number of feral hogs per acre. Smaller hog populations can be found on Coosa and Hollins WMAs. In southwest Alabama, the best opportunities are found on the Upper Delta, Mobile-Tensaw Delta, and the W.L. Holland WMAs.

Can you hunt hogs on public land in Alabama?

Feral hogs are not considered a game species in Alabama, but rather as a nuisance. Hunters are legally allowed to kill, or bag, as many as they would like. Given the nuisance status, feral hogs can be hunted at any time except during the stalk-only deer season and during the spring turkey season.

Can you hunt hogs in Alabama without a license?

Resident: To hunt feral hog in Alabama you’ll need a small game hunting license. Licenses are $17.15 and can be bought online. Non Resident: As a non-resident of Alabama you will need a small game hunting license, which costs $96.85 for the year, $59.10 for a 10-day trip, and $42.95 for a 3-day trip.

What is the best time of day to hunt hogs?

The best time to hunt hogs during the day would be right after sunrise and right before sunset. This is because hogs normally root for food at night and during these times are making their back to their bedding areas to rest for the day.

Where are hogs in Alabama?

Butler, Alabama is an hour south of Montgomery, Alabama and boasts some of the highest populations of feral hogs within the state, guaranteeing a chance at success. They also offer turkey and deer hunts, and special event rentals.

How do you get wild hogs to come out during the day?

The best way to get hogs out during the day is to use a feeder. As mentioned earlier, there are a variety of feeders than you use or make that really depends on personal preference. But, to get hogs out at a certain time, a timed feeder is the only option.

How big do the wild hogs get in Alabama?

Adult males may be up to three feet at the shoulder and five feet in length from the tip of the snout to the tail. Tusk length ranges from three to five inches typically. Females average from 100 to 300 pounds and have relatively small tusks.