2026-2027 Season

Deer Season
Ontario

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.

301 Closed WMUs
304 Total WMUs

Closed Seasons (301)

WMU 1C

Sept 20 2025 - Dec 15 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 2

Oct 11 2025 - Dec 15 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 2Bow only

Sept 1 2025 - Oct 10 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 3

Oct 11 2025 - Dec 15 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 3Bow only

Sept 1 2025 - Oct 10 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 4

Oct 11 2025 - Dec 15 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 4Bow only

Sept 1 2025 - Oct 10 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 5

Oct 11 2025 - Dec 15 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 5Bows & ML

Oct 4 2025 - Oct 10 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 5Bow only

Sept 1 2025 - Oct 3 2025 Season Closed

Residency: Resident
Closed

+ 291 more closed WMUs

Other Seasons (3)

WMU 77ABows, Shotgun, Muzzleloader

See Restrictions

Residency: Controlled Hunt, Resident
Closed
WMU 82CBow only

See Restrictions

Residency: Resident
Closed
WMU 93CBow only

See Restrictions

Residency: Resident
Closed

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

Related Ontario Hunting Seasons

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Deer Season in Other Provinces

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