2026-2027 Season

Duck Season in New Brunswick

Waterfowl hunting is a treasured tradition in Canada. Ducks migrate through major flyways, offering excellent hunting opportunities during fall migration.

56 Upcoming WMUs56 Total WMUs

New Brunswick hunting draw dates 2026

Antlerless deer draw: Mon, Jul 27, 2026 – Fri, Aug 21, 2026. Closed.

View deadlines →

Direct Answer

Duck season dates in New Brunswick differ across 27 WMUs. Enter your postal code below to see the dates for your unit, or browse the WMU list further down.

Season dates vary by WMU in New Brunswick.

Which one are you hunting? (Duck)

Prefer browsing? Find your WMU for New Brunswick.

Mobile App

See NB hunting zones and Crown land on one offline map

Duck dates below are province-wide ranges. HuntScout shows your NB zone, Crown land, and the exact Duck dates — offline.

iPhoneAndroid

Where you can hunt in New Brunswick: Crown land map

Season dates tell you when. The map shows which Crown parcels you can actually hunt — offline, with unit boundaries.

Open New Brunswick Crown land →

Upcoming Seasons (56)

WMU 1Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Upcoming
WMU 1Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18
Upcoming
WMU 2Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Upcoming
WMU 2Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18
Upcoming
WMU 3Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Upcoming
WMU 3Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18
Upcoming
WMU 4Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Upcoming
WMU 4Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18
Upcoming
WMU 5Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Upcoming
WMU 5Zone 2

Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18
Upcoming

+ 46 more upcoming WMUs

Duck dates by zone

Season dates differ across zones. Browse the groups below, or use the postal-code lookup above when available.

Season dateszonesStatus
Oct 1 2026 - Nov 1 2026
25 zones12345678+17 more
Upcoming
Oct 1 2026 - Jan 15 2027
25 zones12345678+17 more
Upcoming
Oct 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026
3 zones202627
Upcoming
Oct 15 2026 - Jan 29 2027
3 zones202627
Upcoming
HuntScout Mobile App

See NB hunting zones and Crown land on one offline map

Duck dates above are province-wide ranges. HuntScout shows your NB zone, Crown land, and the exact Duck dates — offline.

Download for iPhoneDownload for Android

Free download — unlock private parcels, offline topo & GMU/WMU boundaries

Duck Hunting Tips

1.

Scout migration patterns and feeding areas

2.

Invest in quality decoys and learn proper spreads

3.

Practice duck calling - less is often more

4.

Check Migratory Bird regulations carefully

Related New Brunswick Hunting Seasons

Goose Season New BrunswickWild Turkey Season New BrunswickGrouse Season New Brunswick

Duck Season in Other Provinces

Ontario Duck SeasonBritish Columbia Duck SeasonAlberta Duck SeasonSaskatchewan Duck SeasonQuebec Duck SeasonManitoba Duck SeasonNova Scotia Duck SeasonNewfoundland and Labrador Duck Season

Plan Your Duck Hunt

Explore on our web dashboard or get the best experience with WMU maps, crown land boundaries, and AI assistance on mobile.

Download on the
App Store
GET IT ON
Google Play
Try Web Dashboard

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

See NB hunting zones and Crown land on one offline map

iOS AppAndroid