2026-2027 Season

Grouse Season
New Brunswick

Grouse hunting is a classic Canadian upland pursuit. Ruffed grouse are found in deciduous forests, while spruce grouse prefer coniferous areas.

27 Closed WMUs
27 Total WMUs

Closed Seasons (27)

WMU 1

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 2

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 3

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 4

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 5

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 6

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 7

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 8

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 9

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed
WMU 10

Oct 1 2025 - Dec 31 2025

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12
Closed

+ 17 more closed WMUs

Grouse Hunting Tips

1.

Walk slowly through young aspen stands

2.

A good pointing or flushing dog enhances success

3.

Cool mornings often produce better bird activity

4.

Listen for drumming sounds to locate birds

Related New Brunswick Hunting Seasons

Pheasant Season New BrunswickWild Turkey Season New BrunswickRabbit Season New Brunswick

Grouse Season in Other Provinces

Grouse Season OntarioGrouse Season British ColumbiaGrouse Season AlbertaGrouse Season SaskatchewanGrouse Season Quebec

Plan Your Grouse 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 StoreGet it on Google PlayTry 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.