Public Lottery Hunts
The Public Lottery Hunts program works to provide quality hunting opportunities to the general public on managed lands. To apply for a lottery hunt, you need to first log into Go Outdoors SC. Hunters for SCDNR Public Lottery Hunts are chosen randomly through a computer-generated drawing based on preference points.
Lottery Hunt Information
| Type of Hunt: | Online Applications Available: |
|---|---|
| Alligator | June 1 - July 15 |
| Deer | July 1 – August 15 |
| Quail | September 1 – October 15 |
| Waterfowl and Youth Waterfowl | September 1 – October 15 |
Lottery Hunt Details
| Hunt Name | Average number of preference points for selection* |
|---|---|
| Alligator | 3 to 4 |
| Deer Multi-site | 1 to 2 |
| Deer Unrestricted Multi-site | 0 to 1 |
| Webb Gun (Deer) | 3 to 4 |
| Webb Archery (Deer) | 3 to 4 |
| Quail (McBee WMA) | 2 to 3 |
| Waterfowl | 2 to 3 |
| Waterfowl (Youth) | 1 to 2 |
These are the approximate number of preference points to be selected for a SCDNR lottery hunt and are no guarantee of selection. Actual hunter selection can vary depending on the number of sites and dates chosen and the popularity of the site and/or the type of lottery hunt.