Kerman Ecological Reserve: hunting rules and map
Kerman Ecological Reserve is 1,778 acres of CDFW land in Fresno County, in CDFW's Central Region, one of the ecological reserves where Title 14, Section 630(d) makes hunting a designated public use. CDFW's hunting rule for it is below. It lies in deer Zone A, where CDFW estimates 9,184 deer were taken in 2025.
Data updated October 2026. Rules: CDFW's 2026-2027 land use regulations (updated July 1, 2026). Boundary and acres: CDFW. Zones: CDFW. Land around it: CPAD 2026a.
CDFW landKerman ERDeer zone lineLake or riverHighway
| Size | 1,778 acres (CDFW boundary) |
|---|---|
| CDFW region | Region 4, Central Region |
| County | Fresno |
| Hunting | Allowed as part of department special hunting opportunities or at such times and in the specific areas designated by the department. Only licensed hunters are allowed to possess firearms. Shotguns only. |
| Deer zone | Zone A |
| Nearest towns | Tranquillity (6 mi), Kerman (6 mi) and San Joaquin (8 mi) |
What are CDFW's rules for Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Section 630(d): Allowed as part of department special hunting opportunities or at such times and in the specific areas designated by the department. Only licensed hunters are allowed to possess firearms. Shotguns only.
CDFW lists no rules for Kerman Ecological Reserve beyond those for every ecological reserve (Sections 550 and 630).
Source: CDFW 2026-2027 Waterfowl, Upland Game, and Public Use of Department Lands Regulations, Title 14, Section 630. CDFW's page for Kerman Ecological Reserve has maps and contacts. Deer, elk and pronghorn hunting also follow the zone's own season and tag.
What does CDFW say about Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Kerman Ecological Reserve is approximately 1,800 acres. The principal habitat type is annual grassland, though northern claypan vernal pool and alkali desert scrub habitats also occur on this site. Animal species known or suspected to occur at the reserve include waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, lizards, snakes, hare, coyote, badger, and ground squirrel.
CDFW lists big game, small game and upland game birds hunting for the area, and also wildlife viewing.
From CDFW's page for Kerman Ecological Reserve, read October 2026.
Which hunt zones is Kerman Ecological Reserve in?
CDFW's numbers for each zone are for the whole zone, not the reserve alone.
| Zone | Acres of Kerman ER in it | CDFW's latest numbers for the zone |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Zone A | 1,778 | 9,184 deer taken in 2025, 34.2% hunter success; 2026 general season August 8 to September 20 |
Harvest: CDFW California Deer Harvest Statistics (2020 to 2025). Acres measured by FilledTag from CDFW's boundaries.
What public land is around Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Within 4 miles of its boundary, CPAD 2026a maps 2,360 acres of CDFW land.
How do you get to Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Highways within 8 miles: CA 145 and CA 180. Nearest towns: Tranquillity (6 miles), Kerman (6 miles), San Joaquin (8 miles) and Biola (9 miles).
Questions hunters ask
Can you hunt on Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Yes, within CDFW's limits in Section 630(d): Allowed as part of department special hunting opportunities or at such times and in the specific areas designated by the department. Only licensed hunters are allowed to possess firearms. Shotguns only. Hunting is prohibited on any ecological reserve that section does not list.
Can you camp on Kerman Ecological Reserve?
No. Camping is prohibited on all CDFW ecological reserves (Section 550(p)(4)).
Which deer zone is Kerman Ecological Reserve in?
All of it is in deer Zone A, by CDFW's boundaries. CDFW estimates 9,184 deer were taken in Zone A in 2025, across the whole zone.
What is the closest town to Kerman Ecological Reserve?
Tranquillity (6 miles), Kerman (6 miles) and San Joaquin (8 miles), by the Census Bureau's places.
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Where these facts come from
- Rules: CDFW 2026-2027 Waterfowl, Upland Game, and Public Use of Department Lands Regulations.
- Boundary and acres: CDFW public access lands (BIOS ds3077); CDFW, Kerman Ecological Reserve.
- Zones: CDFW BIOS zone layers. Surrounding public land: California Protected Areas Database (CPAD) 2026a.
- Deer harvest: CDFW California Deer Harvest Statistics (2020 to 2025).
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