2026-2027 Season

Deer Season
British Columbia

Deer hunting is one of the most popular hunting activities in Canada. White-tailed deer are found throughout southern regions, while mule deer are more common in western provinces.

9 Open WMUs
1008 Closed WMUs
1017 Total WMUs

Open Seasons (9)

WMU 1-1Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-2Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-3Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-4Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-5Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-6Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 1-7Either Sex

No Closed Season

Possession: NBL
Open
WMU 6-12Bucks

June 1 2025 - Feb 28 2026

Possession: 15 (15)
Open
WMU 6-13Bucks

June 1 2025 - Feb 28 2026

Possession: 15 (15)
Open

Closed Seasons (1008)

WMU 1-1Bucks

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 1-1AntlerlessBow, Firearms using Shot

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 1-1AntlerlessYouth only

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 1-1AntlerlessYouth bow only

Aug 25 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 1-1BucksBow only

Aug 25 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 1-2Bucks

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 1-2AntlerlessBow, Firearms using Shot

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 2
Closed
WMU 1-2AntlerlessYouth only

Sept 10 2025 - Dec 10 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 1-2AntlerlessYouth bow only

Aug 25 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 1
Closed
WMU 1-2BucksBow only

Aug 25 2025 - Sept 9 2025

Possession: 2
Closed

+ 998 more closed WMUs

Deer Hunting Tips

1.

Scout your hunting area before the season opens

2.

Pay attention to wind direction when setting up

3.

Early morning and late evening are peak activity times

4.

Check specific WMU regulations for antler restrictions

Plan Your Deer Hunt

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Disclaimer: Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify with British Columbia's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.