Minnesota Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowMinnesota's deer season opens 2026-09-19 and closes 2026-12-31.
Last verified September 25, 2026Minnesota wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide
Archery
- Opens
- September 19, 2026
- Closes
- December 31, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 41 days
100 Series
Firearm A
- Opens
- November 7, 2026
- Closes
- November 22, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 41 days
200 & 300 Series
Firearm A
- Opens
- November 7, 2026
- Closes
- November 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 55 days
300 Series
Firearm B (late southeast)
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- November 29, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 62 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- November 28, 2026
- Closes
- December 13, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
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
Minnesota's deer season opens 2026-09-19 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.