| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Coyote | General · Year-round (no closed season) | Jul 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2027 |
| Mourning dove | General · Three Segments | Sep 1, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027 |
| Snipe | General | Sep 1, 2026 – Dec 16, 2026 |
| Squirrel | General | Sep 12, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Deer | Archery · Archery and Crossbow | Sep 26, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 |
| Black bear | Archery · Archery and Crossbow | Sep 26, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 |
| Wild hog | General · Wild Boar Archery/Crossbow · Boar Counties | Sep 26, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 |
| Crow | General · Split Season | Oct 1, 2026 – Mar 6, 2027 |
Data verified 1 month ago against official West Virginia Division of Natural Resources sources.
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