Massachusetts Woodcock Season 2026-27
Opens in 4 daysMassachusetts's woodcock season opens 2026-10-01 and closes 2026-11-21.
Last verified September 25, 2026Massachusetts wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 4 days
Statewide
Regular
- Opens
- October 1, 2026
- Closes
- November 21, 2026
- Bag limit
- No mourning dove season in Massachusetts
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
Massachusetts's woodcock season opens 2026-10-01 and closes 2026-11-21.
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.