Feral pig hunting in Ohio is no longer the open, year-round, license-only activity that older articles still describe. According to the Ohio Hunting and Trapping Regulations 2026-27, effective September 1, 2026, hunting feral swine (wild boar) is prohibited.
That does not mean pigs are protected. The state wants them gone, and the law now channels that goal through landowners, their agents, and the Division of Wildlife instead of recreational hunters. If you read an older “shoot them anytime with a hunting license” guide, treat it as outdated.
This article walks you through what the law says, who can legally remove a feral pig, what you must report, and where you can still go if you want a hog hunt. Rules change, so the final section shows you how to confirm everything with the state before you act…