When does deer season start in New Brunswick?

Deer hunting seasons in New Brunswick vary by Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) and weapon type. Archery typically opens in September, firearms in October. Use our season checker to find exact dates for your WMU.

What hunting seasons are currently open in New Brunswick?

Currently there are 7 species with open seasons and 45 upcoming in New Brunswick. Check the detailed listings above for specific species and dates.

How many WMUs have hunting in New Brunswick?

New Brunswick has 30+ Wildlife Management Units (WMUs). Season dates vary by WMU—use the species links below to see which zones allow hunting and when.

Is moose season open in New Brunswick?

Moose season status in New Brunswick varies by WMU and often uses a draw system. Check our moose season page for New Brunswick to see current open/closed status and dates.

New Brunswick Hunting Seasons 2026 — Dates, Regulations & What's Open

Big Game

Large game animals including deer, moose, elk, and bear

4 species

Deer

Upcoming

Dates vary by WMU

27 WMUs

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Quick Links — New Brunswick Season Dates

Big Game

Deer

Deer (Antlerless)

Deer (Antlerless (Draw))

Moose (Draw)

Predators

Coyote ((Varmint Licence))

Black Bear

Bobcat (Hunting)

Bobcat (Trapping)

Bobcat (Snaring)

Coyote

Coyote ((Bear Licence))

Coyote (Trapping (Restraint Only))

Coyote (Hunting)

Coyote (Snaring)

Fox (Trapping (Restraint Only))

Fox (Hunting)

Fox (Snaring)

Small Game

Cormorant ((Varmint Licence))

Crow ((Varmint Licence))

Groundhog ((Varmint Licence))

Beaver (Trapping)

Beaver (Snaring)

Crow

Eiders

Fisher (Trapping)

Groundhog

Marten (Trapping)

Mink (Trapping)

Muskrat (Trapping)

Otter (Trapping, Snaring)

Rabbit (Hunting)

Rabbit (Snaring)

Raccoon (Hunting With Hounds)

Raccoon (Hunting)

Raccoon (Trapping (Restraint Only))

Raccoon (Trapping)

Ring-Necked Pheasant

Scoters

Skunk (Hunting)

Skunk (Trapping)

Spruce Grouse & Ruffed Grouse

Squirrel (Hunting)

Squirrel (Trapping)

Varying Hare

Weasel (Trapping)

Wild Turkey (Bearded)

Waterfowl

Common And Red-Breasted Mergansers

Long-Tailed Ducks

Snipe

Ducks

Geese

Woodcock

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