New Jersey offers surprisingly productive hunting with high white-tailed deer densities, strong wild turkey populations, and quality waterfowl hunting in the Pine Barrens, coastal marshes, and northwestern highlands.
| GMU | Weapon | Season | Harvest | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMZ 1 | Archery | Sep 13 — Dec 24 | — | — |
| DMZ 1 | Muzzleloader | Dec 1 — Feb 7 | — | — |
| DMZ 1 | Rifle | Dec 8 — Dec 13 | — | — |
| DMZ 1 | Shotgun | Dec 17 — Feb 7 | — | — |
| DMZ 10 | Archery | Sep 13 — Dec 24 | — | — |
| DMZ 10 | Muzzleloader | Dec 1 — Feb 7 | — | — |
+ 194 more Deer seasons
Always verify season dates and regulations with the official state wildlife agency:
New Jersey Official Hunting Regulations →See GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas for New Jersey on our interactive hunting map.
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