Whitetail hunting peaks during the rut, running October – November in the Midwest, November – December in the South, and January – February in parts of the Deep South.

Stand-based hunting on private land, focused on rut activity, travel corridors, and food sources. Bowhunters primarily hunt from tree stands, while rifle and muzzleloader hunters use box stands.

Found throughout the Midwest, South, and Eastern United States, with prime hunting across agricultural and mixed-habitat regions.