The Buck Deer Seasons section of the hunting regulations provides a detailed overview of all general and controlled hunt opportunities for hunting deer in Oregon.
PRO TIP Oregon recently renamed its centerfire rifle season to “Any legal weapon” season. The new name reminds hunters that not only can they use centerfire rifles during this season, but bows, pistols, and muzzleloaders are also allowed. In other words, if you can use a centerfire rifle, then you can use any other legal hunting weapon in Oregon. The vast majority of hunters will take a centerfire rifle to the field, as their practical range is much farther than more primitive weapons.