New Hampshire Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowNew Hampshire's deer season opens 2026-09-15 and closes 2026-12-15.
Last verified September 25, 2026New Hampshire wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide (except WMU A)
Archery
- Opens
- September 15, 2026
- Closes
- December 15, 2026
- Bag limit
- Ends Dec 8 in WMU A
- Opens in 27 days
Statewide
Youth weekend
- Opens
- October 24, 2026
- Closes
- October 25, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 34 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- October 31, 2026
- Closes
- November 10, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 45 days
Statewide (except WMU A)
Regular Firearms
- Opens
- November 11, 2026
- Closes
- December 6, 2026
- Bag limit
- Ends Nov 29 in WMU A
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
New Hampshire's deer season opens 2026-09-15 and closes 2026-12-15.
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.