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2026-2027

New Hampshire Deer Hunting Seasons 2026-2027

New Hampshire uses mostly statewide seasons, with earlier closing dates in WMU A and WMU-specific antlerless rules.

Last checked: 2026-08-10 Source: New Hampshire Fish and Game Department 6 season records
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Method Dates Where Action
Regular firearms — all WMUs except A Firearm
All WMUs except A Varies by wmu

Season data compiled and verified against official state sources. Regulations can change. Confirm current rules before hunting.

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Archery

Bow, crossbow, or archery-only windows where listed. 2 seasons
Season Dates Geography Notes
Archery — all WMUs except A Varies by wmu General hunters
All WMUs except A wmu_group

Antlerless days and harvest limits vary by WMU.

Official source
Archery — WMU A Varies by wmu General hunters
WMU A wmu

WMU A closes earlier than the rest of the state.

Official source

Firearm

General rifle, gun, and firearm framework seasons. 2 seasons
Season Dates Geography Notes
Regular firearms — all WMUs except A Varies by wmu General hunters
All WMUs except A wmu_group

Antlerless days and harvest limits vary by WMU.

Official source
Regular firearms — WMU A Varies by wmu General hunters
WMU A wmu

WMU A closes earlier than the rest of the state.

Official source

Muzzleloader

Muzzleloader-only or late muzzleloader opportunities. 1 season
Season Dates Geography Notes
Muzzleloader deer season Varies by wmu General hunters
Statewide statewide

Antlerless days and harvest limits vary by WMU.

Official source

Youth

Youth-only, apprentice, or early youth windows. 1 season
Season Dates Geography Notes
Youth deer-hunting weekend Varies by wmu Eligible Youth
Statewide statewide

Youth eligibility, accompaniment and WMU rules apply.

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