MA Pheasant Hunting

Massachusetts Pheasant Season Dates 2026

Pheasant season in Massachusetts runs Oct 18 – Dec 31 across 14 WMZs.

14 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Shotgun

WMZTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
1GeneralOct 18Dec 31
10GeneralOct 18Dec 31
11GeneralOct 18Dec 31
12GeneralOct 18Dec 31
13GeneralOct 18Dec 31
14GeneralOct 18Dec 31
2GeneralOct 18Dec 31
3GeneralOct 18Dec 31
4GeneralOct 18Dec 31
5GeneralOct 18Dec 31
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8GeneralOct 18Dec 31
9GeneralOct 18Dec 31

Pheasant in Massachusetts: FAQ

When is pheasant season in Massachusetts?

Pheasant season in Massachusetts currently runs Oct 18 to Dec 31, across 14 season rows and 14 WMZs, split by weapon (Shotgun).

Where is the best place to hunt pheasant in Massachusetts?

The best WMZs for pheasant in Massachusetts depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per WMZ above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Pheasant hunt in Massachusetts

View WMZ boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see Massachusetts seasons, public land, and license.

Pheasant seasons in Massachusetts — offline