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