Red fox hunting in Nordland

Season: Jul 15 – Apr 15

Red fox is among the huntable species in Nordland. Fox hunting has long traditions in Norway and is done in several ways: stalking, stand hunting, hunting with dogs, and baiting. The fox is an intelligent animal that requires patience and knowledge of its habits.

Season in Nordland

Jul 15 – Apr 15

All hunting seasons

Distribution

The red fox is found throughout Norway, from the coast to the mountains. It is one of the country's most common predators and adapts to all habitats.

Terrain

Versatile. The red fox lives in forest, mountain, cultivated landscape and on the edge of towns. It digs earths in soil, sand and scree.

Weight

5–10 kg

Terrain in Nordland

Nordland stretches from Helgeland in the south to Lofoten in the north. The county has varied terrain: from the flat bogs of Helgeland to the sharp peaks of Lofoten. Saltfjellet forms a natural boundary between south and north. The tree line is lower than farther south, and birch forest dominates in the mountains.

Hunting red fox

Baiting in winter is effective. Put out bait at a fixed site and set up a trail camera to check activity. The fox is most active at dusk and dawn.

Plan the hunt

Red Fox handbook

Species facts, behaviour and identification.

Hunting in Nordland

County terrain, species and statistics.

Game reception stations

Where to deliver and process game.

What is the hunting worth?

Estimate the value of hunting on your ground.

Other game in Nordland

Red deer hunting

Sep 1 – Dec 23 (limited range, Helgeland)

Sep 25 – Oct 31

Roe deer hunting

Aug 10 – Dec 23 (bucks from Aug 10, all from Sep 25)

Willow ptarmigan and rock ptarmigan hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Western capercaillie hunting

Sep 10 – Dec 23

Black grouse hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Mountain hare hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Greylag goose hunting

Aug 10 – Dec 23

Red fox hunting in other counties

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Møre og Romsdal

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Troms og Finnmark

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Vestfold og Telemark

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Frequently asked questions

When is the red fox hunting season in Nordland?

The season for red fox in Nordland is Jul 15 – Apr 15. Local regulations can shorten or extend this.

Where does red fox live in Nordland?

The red fox is found throughout Norway, from the coast to the mountains. It is one of the country's most common predators and adapts to all habitats.

Can I find grounds to hunt red fox in Nordland?

Yes. Landowners across Nordland offer hunts on Hunta. Create a free account to browse available grounds.

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