Rhode Island Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Open nowRhode Island's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-01 and closes 2027-02-13.
Last verified September 25, 2026Rhode Island wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide
Early
- Opens
- September 1, 2026
- Closes
- September 30, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 55 days
Statewide
Regular - segment 1
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- November 29, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 69 days
Statewide
Regular - segment 2
- Opens
- December 5, 2026
- Closes
- January 24, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 125 days
Statewide
Late
- Opens
- January 30, 2027
- Closes
- February 13, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 12 days
Statewide
Segment 1
- Opens
- October 9, 2026
- Closes
- October 12, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 59 days
Statewide
Segment 2
- Opens
- November 25, 2026
- Closes
- November 29, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 69 days
Statewide
Segment 3
- Opens
- December 5, 2026
- Closes
- January 24, 2027
- 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
Rhode Island's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-01 and closes 2027-02-13.
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.