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Hunting in Norway/Wild reindeer hunting in Agder

Wild reindeer hunting in Agder

Season: Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Wild reindeer is among the huntable species in Agder. Wild reindeer hunting is about being alone in the mountains with the plateau stretching in all directions and no guarantee of seeing an animal. You need to read wind and weather, understand migration routes, and have the patience to wait.

Season in Agder

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Kort og intensiv jakttid. Kvotene varierer stort mellom villreinområdene, og noen områder kan ha svært begrenset jakt. Søknad om fellingstillatelse kreves.

All hunting seasons

Distribution

Villreinen finnes kun i fjellområder i Sør-Norge. De viktigste områdene er Hardangervidda, Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke, Rondane, Snøhetta, Nordfjella og Forollhogna. Norge har ansvar for de siste gjenlevende europeiske villreinstammene.

Terrain

Åpent høyfjellsterreng over tregrensen, typisk 1000–1800 moh. Vidder med mose, lav og lyng. Villreinen trekker mellom sommer- og vinterbeiter og kan legge bak seg store avstander.

Weight

Levende vekt: simle ca. 60–90 kg, bukk ca. 90–150 kg. Slaktevekt ca. 55%.

Terrain in Agder

Agder stretches from the archipelago in the south to the heath areas in the north. The coastal forests are dominated by oak and pine, while the inland offers vast expanses of heather and bogs. Setesdal Vesthei is one of Norway's most important wild reindeer areas. The heaths in the north are open and easy to survey, while the valleys have dense mixed forest.

Hunting wild reindeer

Sjekk værmelding og vindfelt nøye før jaktturen. Legg jakta til dager med stabil vind. Bruk god tid med kikkerten. Reinen kan stå helt stille og er vanskelig å oppdage.

Plan the hunt

Wild Reindeer handbook

Species facts, behaviour and identification.

Hunting in Agder

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 Agder

Red deer hunting

Sep 1 – Dec 23

Moose hunting

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

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Wild reindeer hunting in other counties

Innlandet

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Rondane, Snøhetta etc.)

Rogaland

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Vestfold og Telemark

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hardangervidda)

Vestland

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hardangervidda)

Viken

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hallingskarvet/Norefjell)

Frequently asked questions

When is the wild reindeer hunting season in Agder?

The season for wild reindeer in Agder is Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke). Local regulations can shorten or extend this.

Where does wild reindeer live in Agder?

Villreinen finnes kun i fjellområder i Sør-Norge. De viktigste områdene er Hardangervidda, Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke, Rondane, Snøhetta, Nordfjella og Forollhogna. Norge har ansvar for de siste gjenlevende europeiske villreinstammene.

Can I find grounds to hunt wild reindeer in Agder?

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

Ready to hunt in Agder?

Create a free account to find hunting grounds and get notified when new ones open up.

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Hunting grounds available now in Agder

Hjortejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)Kaldal - Strandfrom kr 250/hunter/dayHjortejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)Furunesetfrom kr 250/hunter/dayBukkejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)STRANDfrom kr 250/hunter/dayBukkejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)STRANDfrom kr 250/hunter/day
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  • FAQ
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Hunting Handbook

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  • Species
  • Hunting seasons
  • Innlandet
  • Vestland
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Hunting in Norway/Wild reindeer hunting in Agder

Wild reindeer hunting in Agder

Season: Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Wild reindeer is among the huntable species in Agder. Wild reindeer hunting is about being alone in the mountains with the plateau stretching in all directions and no guarantee of seeing an animal. You need to read wind and weather, understand migration routes, and have the patience to wait.

Season in Agder

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Kort og intensiv jakttid. Kvotene varierer stort mellom villreinområdene, og noen områder kan ha svært begrenset jakt. Søknad om fellingstillatelse kreves.

All hunting seasons

Distribution

Villreinen finnes kun i fjellområder i Sør-Norge. De viktigste områdene er Hardangervidda, Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke, Rondane, Snøhetta, Nordfjella og Forollhogna. Norge har ansvar for de siste gjenlevende europeiske villreinstammene.

Terrain

Åpent høyfjellsterreng over tregrensen, typisk 1000–1800 moh. Vidder med mose, lav og lyng. Villreinen trekker mellom sommer- og vinterbeiter og kan legge bak seg store avstander.

Weight

Levende vekt: simle ca. 60–90 kg, bukk ca. 90–150 kg. Slaktevekt ca. 55%.

Terrain in Agder

Agder stretches from the archipelago in the south to the heath areas in the north. The coastal forests are dominated by oak and pine, while the inland offers vast expanses of heather and bogs. Setesdal Vesthei is one of Norway's most important wild reindeer areas. The heaths in the north are open and easy to survey, while the valleys have dense mixed forest.

Hunting wild reindeer

Sjekk værmelding og vindfelt nøye før jaktturen. Legg jakta til dager med stabil vind. Bruk god tid med kikkerten. Reinen kan stå helt stille og er vanskelig å oppdage.

Plan the hunt

Wild Reindeer handbook

Species facts, behaviour and identification.

Hunting in Agder

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 Agder

Red deer hunting

Sep 1 – Dec 23

Moose hunting

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

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Wild reindeer hunting in other counties

Innlandet

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Rondane, Snøhetta etc.)

Rogaland

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke)

Vestfold og Telemark

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hardangervidda)

Vestland

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hardangervidda)

Viken

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hallingskarvet/Norefjell)

Frequently asked questions

When is the wild reindeer hunting season in Agder?

The season for wild reindeer in Agder is Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke). Local regulations can shorten or extend this.

Where does wild reindeer live in Agder?

Villreinen finnes kun i fjellområder i Sør-Norge. De viktigste områdene er Hardangervidda, Setesdal Vesthei/Ryfylke, Rondane, Snøhetta, Nordfjella og Forollhogna. Norge har ansvar for de siste gjenlevende europeiske villreinstammene.

Can I find grounds to hunt wild reindeer in Agder?

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

Ready to hunt in Agder?

Create a free account to find hunting grounds and get notified when new ones open up.

Create free accountAre you a landowner?

Hunting grounds available now in Agder

Hjortejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)Kaldal - Strandfrom kr 250/hunter/dayHjortejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)Furunesetfrom kr 250/hunter/dayBukkejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)STRANDfrom kr 250/hunter/dayBukkejakt i Ryfylke (Strand og Hjelmeland JFF)STRANDfrom kr 250/hunter/day
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