Vermont Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Opens in 13 daysVermont's waterfowl season opens 2026-10-10 and closes 2026-12-27.
Last verified September 25, 2026Vermont wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 13 days
Lake Champlain and Interior zones
Regular
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- November 23, 2026
- Bag limit
- Early season Sep 1-25; late season Dec 1 - Jan 4
- Opens in 13 days
Lake Champlain Zone
Segment 1
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- November 1, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 13 days
Interior Zone
General
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- December 8, 2026
- Bag limit
- Connecticut River Zone opens Oct 13
- Opens in 55 days
Lake Champlain Zone
Segment 2
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- December 27, 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
Vermont's waterfowl season opens 2026-10-10 and closes 2026-12-27.
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.