Connecticut Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowConnecticut's deer season opens 2026-09-15 and closes 2026-12-31.
Last verified September 25, 2026Connecticut wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Private land (all zones)
Archery
- Opens
- September 15, 2026
- Closes
- December 31, 2026
- Bag limit
- Zones 11-12 extended to Jan 31, 2027
- Open now
State land (general)
Archery
- Opens
- September 15, 2026
- Closes
- November 17, 2026
- Bag limit
- Second segment Dec 23-31
- Opens in 35 days
All land
Landowner
- Opens
- November 1, 2026
- Closes
- December 31, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 52 days
Private land and state no-lottery land
Shotgun/Rifle
- Opens
- November 18, 2026
- Closes
- December 8, 2026
- Bag limit
- State lottery 'A' Nov 18-27
- Opens in 73 days
Private land
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- December 9, 2026
- Closes
- December 31, 2026
- Bag limit
- State land Dec 9-22
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
Connecticut's deer season opens 2026-09-15 and closes 2026-12-31.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.