Archery License
Hawaii Archery
License 2026
Complete guide to archery hunting in Hawaii - stamp and license requirements, crossbow rules, draw weight and broadhead specifications, and archery deer and elk season dates. Hawaii has limited archery hunting primarily for feral pigs, goats, and axis deer on Lanai and Maui. No traditional whitetail deer exist. Archery hunting requires a public land hunting license. Crossbows are permitted.
Crossbow Allowed
Min. Draw Weight: 40 lbs
2026 Archery License Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$10.00
License fee
Nonresident Fee
$95.00
NR license fee
Min. Draw Weight
40 lbs
Minimum for legal archery hunting
Crossbow
Allowed
Crossbows are permitted for all hunters during archery seasons with no additional permit.
License & Stamp Details
Hawaii Archery License Requirements
Review all archery license and stamp requirements before your hunt. Regulations change annually.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Archery Stamp Required | No - included with hunting license |
| Resident License Fee | $10.00 |
| Nonresident License Fee | $95.00 |
| Standalone Archery License | Requires base hunting license |
| Sunday Hunting | Allowed |
Equipment Rules
Hawaii Archery Equipment Specifications
Legal archery equipment requirements in Hawaii. Using non-compliant equipment during archery season can result in citation and license revocation.
Draw Weight
40 lbs min.
Minimum draw weight required for big game archery hunting in Hawaii.
Arrow Length
No minimum arrow length specified. Standard hunting arrows (26"–32") are typical.
Broadhead Requirement
Broadheads are required for big game hunting.
Both fixed-blade and mechanical broadheads are generally accepted.
Other Equipment Rules
Lighted nocks: Allowed
Rangefinder: Allowed
Minimum 40 lb draw weight. Broadheads required. Hunting is limited to designated public hunting areas.
Rangefinder: Allowed
Minimum 40 lb draw weight. Broadheads required. Hunting is limited to designated public hunting areas.
Crossbow Regulations
Hawaii Crossbow Rules for Archery Season
Crossbows are permitted during archery season in Hawaii.
Crossbows are permitted for all hunters during archery seasons with no additional permit.
Important Notes
Hawaii-Specific Archery Rules
Hawaii has no whitetail deer. Hunting is for axis deer (Lanai/Maui), feral pigs, and goats. Public land hunting areas have specific season dates that vary by island and management unit. Most archery activity is private land by arrangement. Nonresident fees are significantly higher.
Source: Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife (dlnr.hawaii.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current license fees, equipment specs, and season dates directly with the agency before hunting.