NY Beaver Hunting

New York Beaver Season 2026 by WMU

Beaver season in New York runs Nov 1 – Apr 7 across 39 WMUs.

39 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Trapping

WMUTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
3CTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3FTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3GTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3HTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3JTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3KTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3MTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3NTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3PTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3RTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
3STrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4BTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4CTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4JTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4KTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4LTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4STrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4TTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4UTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4YTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
4ZTrappingNov 10 — Apr 7———
5ATrappingNov 1 — Apr 7———
5CTrappingNov 1 — Apr 7———
5FTrappingNov 1 — Apr 7———
5GTrappingNov 1 — Apr 7———

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Beaver in New York: FAQ

When is beaver season in New York?

Beaver season in New York currently runs Nov 1 to Apr 7, across 39 season rows and 39 WMUs, split by weapon (Trapping).

Where is the best place to hunt beaver in New York?

The best WMUs for beaver in New York depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per WMU above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Beaver hunt in New York

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

Also see New York seasons, public land, and license.

Beaver in New York: parcels + public land