Cottontail & Jack Rabbits

Cottontail and jack rabbits offer small‑game hunting across Kansas. Cottontails are found statewide, thriving in brushy cover, while jackrabbits are most common in the open grasslands of western Kansas. Both species have year‑round seasons and provide reliable opportunities for new and experienced hunters alike. 

While populations fluctuate with habitat quality and precipitation, small game harvest surveys consistently show that Kansas supports healthy and dependable rabbit numbers statewide.