nh deer season
Sarah Parker
Updated on June 02, 2026
WHITE-TAILED DEER:
Archery: September 15-December 15 (ends December 8 in WMU A)Youth Deer Weekend: October 23-24.Muzzleloader: October 30-November 9.Firearms: November 10-December 5 (ends November 28 in WMU A)
Can you shoot a doe in NH?
New Hampshire has a long archery season starting September 15, a muzzleloader season 11 days prior to the firearms season, and a firearms season during the peak of the rut. (See the chart for “any deer” days, when hunters may take a doe or a buck.)
How many deer can you take in NH?
You may not take more than one deer at a time. If you are using a Special Unit M Permit, the first deer taken must be registered before you try to take another deer.
Do you need a hunting license to hunt coyotes in NH?
In New Hampshire, there is no closed hunting season on coyotes. A hunting license is required. Artificial light can be used for coyote night hunting from January 1–March 31. Baiting may require a permit.
Can you hunt on your own land without a license in NH?
Resident of NH Landowners: Resident landowners hunting on their own land do not need to purchase the basic firearm license (they cannot hunt off their property without a license). However, they must purchase any other licenses such as archery, muzzleloader, turkey, etc.
Is feeding deer illegal in NH?
208:8-b Feeding of Wild Deer. –
(a) No person shall knowingly place food for consumption by wild deer if the fish and game department has determined such feeding would be detrimental to the health of the deer population or a threat to public safety.
Is it legal to bait deer in NH?
Hunters planning to hunt over bait must file for a permit from Fish and Game, which requires a landowner signature giving permission to place bait on their property. Baiting applications may be printed online or picked up at any Fish and Game office. There is no charge for a bait permit.
What time can you hunt until in NH?
HUNTING HOURS: 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset.
Is hunting allowed in NH State Parks?
Relative to lands under the jurisdiction of the NH Departments of Resources and Economic Development (DRED), Fish and Game, and the Department of Environmental Services (DES) Water Division. 1. Is hunting allowed on state-owned lands? Hunting is allowed on state lands unless otherwise posted or prohibited by law.
Can you hunt on Sunday in Maine?
Sunday Hunting is Illegal in Maine
To hunt means to pursue, catch, take, kill or harvest wild birds and wild animals (wild by nature, whether or not bred or reared in captivity), including any physical part of that species of mammal or bird.
What hunting season is it in MA?
Archery season varies by zone but runs October 4 or 18 to November 27. Shotgun season runs November 29 to December 11. Primitive firearms season is December 13 to 31. Please check the Massachusetts Division of Wildlife and Fisheries website to confirm deer season dates.
Can you hunt with an AR 15 in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire is currently the only state that does not permit some legal hunting with air rifles.
How many bucks can you shoot in New Hampshire?
It is currently possible for someone to take 3 antlered bucks a year if they have a hunting license, an archery license and a special archery license. Statewide over the past 5 years (2005-2009) 94.4% of hunters taking an antlered buck have only taken one.
Can a felon hunt with a muzzleloader in NH?
In NH a muzzleloader is defined as a firearm—therefore a felon may not possess a muzzleloader.”