Maryland Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowMaryland's deer season opens 2026-09-11 and closes 2027-01-02.
Last verified September 25, 2026Maryland wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide
Archery (segment 1)
- Opens
- September 11, 2026
- Closes
- October 21, 2026
- Bag limit
- Archery reopens Oct 25-Nov 27, Dec 14-18, Jan 3-7, Jan 11-31
- Opens in 25 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader (early)
- Opens
- October 22, 2026
- Closes
- October 24, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 62 days
Region B
Firearms
- Opens
- November 28, 2026
- Closes
- December 12, 2026
- Bag limit
- Region A Dec 5-12 per guide; Region B also Jan 8-10, 2027
- Opens in 83 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader (late)
- Opens
- December 19, 2026
- Closes
- January 2, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 48 days
Statewide
Junior deer hunt
- Opens
- November 14, 2026
- Closes
- November 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- Nov 15 (Sunday) only in certain counties
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
Maryland's deer season opens 2026-09-11 and closes 2027-01-02.
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.